Chapter 4
Don't own One Piece.
"Ok guys, listen…we need to look for more supplies and yes I know, I know, it's only been a few weeks but we have a captain and a guest with a black hole for a stomach so we are low in food…"
Nami is thinking really hard on how to save money with these two brothers on the ship…how they can always eat like there is no tomorrow, she has no idea…and their eating competitions…uugh.
"Nami, when are we going to arrive on the next island?" Luffy asked, excited.
"Well, if everything goes well and the wind keeps blowing, we should be there by noon…so listen, besides food, we also need some materials, Franky needs them to make some changes on the ship, so we need to make groups again…Chopper, Robin and I will go and exchange some vintage stuff we collected along the way for money. Usopp, Franky and Luffy, you will go together…Brook will stay here to keep an eye on the ship and Sanji and Zoro will get the food."
Everyone seems ok with the arrangement, Zoro is not happy, but he can handle it. Now that he spoke with Sanji and knows Sanji is with Ace…sorta, he doesn't have to worry about what Sanji would do to him and mind his own business…however…
"Ms. Navigator, if you don't mind, I would like to go with Mr. Cook, I am reading a very interesting book about healing herbs and this would be a perfect opportunity to bring some of it with us to cook." Robin said.
"Hmm…yeah, sure, no problem. Ok, Zoro, Sanji, you will go with Robin now…it seems it's only you and me this time, Chopper." Nami said.
"Actually, long-nose…why don't you go with Ms. Navigator and Chopper and look after them?" Robin asked.
"Yeah sure, but what about Franky?" Asked Usopp. "He needs help carrying everything."
"Well…besides our captain, Zoro can also help Franky with the heavy things without a problem." Robin replied, looking at Zoro and waiting for him to agree.
"Whatever…I don't mind, but there's no way you and ero-cook can bring all the food by yourself." Zoro is confused, why does Robin want to go with the cook so badly? 'What is that woman up to?'
"I can go with them…"
The crew turns to look at Ace who awoke a few minutes ago…finally.
"That would work." Robin said…even though she wanted to be alone with the cook to ask about the current situation between him and the swordsman, Ace won't bother them and can be easily distracted if need be, so everything is fine. She turned around to ask for the cook's approval and she found herself surprised at the look in Sanji's face, he was smiling warmly at Ace…hmm…now she is even more curious than before because not only is Sanji looking really happy now that Ace has arrived but Ace also has a goofy grin plastered on his face while looking back to the cook…even lovingly, if she dare say, what a strange turn of events, but she will find everything out soon once she gets to talk to Sanji.
Later on...
"Alright…stay out of trouble everyone!" Brook yelled.
Zoro went after Franky and Luffy, who is yelling and running like a mad man. Zoro can't help but look back to where Robin, Sanji and Ace are going, Ace embracing Sanji while speaking with Robin who is chuckling at whatever Ace is saying. Sanji seems happy…it's been a few weeks since he smiled like that…since their 'talk', not even Nami was able to cheer him up but he seems fine now. Zoro felt chills going all over his body, how can a man like another man that way? It's a mystery for him, but leaves them be…as long as no man gets too close to him, he will be alright. 'Fucking pussies, they are everywhere now.' With that thought, Zoro walked faster to catch up with Franky and Luffy.
Meanwhile...
Robin is alone with Sanji, Ace smelled food and said he would be back in a few minutes…it's now or never, so Robin spotted Sanji looking for the best ingredients, vegetables and meat…Robin smiled, Sanji is always looking for the best of the best for the crew as always. She approached Sanji from behind and didn't waste any time, she will get to the bottom of this, and she must…before it's too late.
"So, Mr. Cook, how are you feeling?"
Sanji jumped a bit, not noticing Robin before.
"Ah, Robin, my darling, you are so kind to worry about me. I'm fine, even more now that I am with a lovely lady like you."
"That's so kind of you, Mr. Cook, but are you really ok?" Robin locked eyes with Sanji, waiting for him to crack and tell her what's going on.
"Robin I really am ok, why are you asking?"
"Well, you're looking down too much lately and your fights with Zoro are not like they used to be…they are getting more personal and honestly, I'm worried. What's going on between you two?"
Sanji stares at Robin for a minute and removes his gaze from hers, how much does she know? Is she aware of his feelings for Zoro? Or is it just general concern?
"Ahh…about that, i-it's nothing my lady, just a disagreement…nothing more. The moss-head and I are always messing around, but sometimes it's a bit too much and we get carried away, but don't worry Robin we are crewmates…" 'Nothing more nothing less.' Sanji thought with a glint of sadness in his eyes. Ever since their last talk, Zoro is not speaking to him. At least not directly, he is always asking the crew for favors or asking them to bring the food because he is "too busy with training". Sanji thought that if he starts acting normal around him, keeping his distance and fighting like usual, little by little, the mess he created would be forgotten but what's worse is that at least before, Zoro was able to speak to him (insult him would be a more accurate word) but now…not even that, it's like he no longer exists to him…
"That's a great speech, Mr. Cook, but if everything is ok, then why do you have tears in your eyes?"
Sanji looked up to Robin and touched his face with his hand to touch his wet eyes. How…How is that possible? And in front of Robin? No one is insulting or hurting him…so why?
"Sanji…please tell me, I won't say a thing and you know you can trust me…I just want you to feel better." Robin said, concerned.
Sanji can tell Robin is being serious about this and knowing her, he is not going to be able to get away. Even less now that he is almost crying…but if Zoro finds out he told Robin about what really happened, he is going to be mad at him or worse…but what other choice does he have?
"Robin, I beg you…don't make me say it… We'll get over it soon and everything will be alright." Sanji whispered, hoping Robin would stop with her inquiry. Sanji now has tears streaming down his face…he can't believe it, someone actually notices he is sad, besides Ace of course. It has been awful these last couple of weeks, not being able to tell anyone, to speak with someone, to be comforted by a friend. But that's what Robin is and what she is trying to do right now. Sure, Ace is there, but for whatever reason, Ace always changes the subject when talking about Zoro. But even if he wants to spill everything…he is scared. What if Robin also feels disgusted by him…by him liking men? What if she is on Zoro's side, giving him even more reason to feel bad about how he is?
"Sanji…" Robin is really concerned. Not once has she ever saw Sanji so broken and sad.
"Robin…I can't lose another friend…i-if you start feeling disgusted by me also…I…I-"
Before Sanji got the chance to finish his sentence, Robin came up to Sanji and embraced him tightly, making Sanji unable to move.
"I would never, ever feel disgusted by you. You are a dear friend of mine, Sanji…I care about you…we all do…and looking you like this…I won't let it happen… trust me…"
Sanji knows this…of course he trusts them, they are like a family, they can share a secret, but…that's what he thought about Zoro and it didn't go well, but… Robin is different, at least to Sanji, so he is going to try and trust another one of his crewmates, so he told Robin everything. Everything since he first fell in love with Zoro, to his confession, to Zoro's rejection, Ace's proposal and about the last talk he had with Zoro.
"…and well that's basically all, Robin …"
Robin was speechless. First, she never would've thought of Sanji liking a man, even less Zoro, to be possible, but she is alright with it. What makes her uneasy is how Zoro could be so cruel towards Sanji. He might not feel the same way, but she thought he would know better and at least reject Sanji in a more polite way. Not insulting him or breaking him like this. She is really disappointed in him…and what's worse is that she can't say anything to Zoro…she promised and she can't betray Sanji's trust; she won't. But by the looks of it and what Sanji explained to her, Ace is great for him. Now that she thinks about it, Ace is always helping Sanji. They get along pretty well, makes their cook happy…so, she just needs to push the couple in the right direction and Sanji's confession will be forgotten…and more importantly, Sanji will be with someone who adores him.
"Mr. Cook, you don't have to worry about it. I know it sounds silly, but we all got rejected at least once in our lives by someone we care about, I know it hurts even more being rejected so cruelly but it's not the end. As for Zoro…he handled it wrong and it's not your fault, you've done nothing wrong…in fact, I admire you, Mr. Cook, not everyone can be so honest about how they feel and be brave enough to speak up."
"I appreciate everything, Robin and I know what you're saying is true. It's just that…right now, I feel awful and it hurts so much that I don't feel particularly proud…"
"I understand…its awful knowing someone you love and would give everything for rejects you so easily…"
"You know the feeling? Who would be foolish enough to not be happy if a beautiful lady like you confesses her love for him?"
Robin smiled. "What a nice thing to say…but I've had my heart broken a few times, its hurts a lot, but I wouldn't change anything because I am not asking myself 'what if'. Those men were not meant to be with me…it's better to find out sooner than later…right?"
"Yeah…" Sanji knows Robin is right about everything. Perhaps Zoro is not meant for him, but Zoro is everything Sanji is looking for… strong, handsome, loyal and when he is not being an asshole, he could be charming but Sanji must let it go…enough is enough.
"And how to do feel about Ace, Sanji?" Robin asked. She needs to know how much Sanji cares for him so she can help him further. It seems now that she also needs to talk to Ace and she can tell Ace likes Sanji a lot but she must be sure. The last thing she wants is for the cook to have his heart broken again.
"Ace?!" Sanji is crimson red. "W-Well, I li-like him a lot, he is always there to make me feel better, he is funny, attractive and a good companion…" Sanji likes Ace a lot, but as a friend. Perhaps if he gives Ace a chance, there could be something more to it and something better…
Speaking of the devil.
"Hey, guys! Look what I got. This is for you, miss." Ace gave Robin a gift. Robin opened it.
"Oh, what a lovely gift, thanks Ace." Robin said. Ace gave her a very strange book about history, her favorite subject.
"Glad you like it…" Ace turned to Sanji. "And this is for you." Ace gave Sanji a bigger box than Robin's and it was wrapped better. Sanji took it and just stared at the present for a moment.
"Well what are you waiting for? Open it!" Ace grinned widely
Sanji looked at Ace for a second and unwrapped the present. The box is gold with a big red bow on top…the gift looks expensive already. Sanji opened the box and found a set of knives but not just any knives, these are the most expensive ones on the market. Why? They are 'Sierra', the best brand of knives ever made, made of titanium, amazing designs and the handle material is made of actual gold, but strangely light enough so a professional cook can use them skillfully. Sanji was actually saving to be able to buy these amazing knives, so he knows how expensive they are. Why is Ace giving something so expensive to someone like him?
"A-Ace…h-how…why?"
Ace smiled even wider. "You like them?"
"What are you saying, of course I do! They're amazing…but why would you give something like this to me?"
Ace is embarrassed. "Why you ask? Well, I care about you and I remembered that one time when you couldn't stop talking about these knives and all the magnificent dishes you would cook, and I looked for them…so I could give them to you… as a present."
Sanji is beyond happy; all he can think about is what dish to make first…and of course how grateful he is for having Ace with him. He truly is a remarkable person. Sanji walked up to Ace and embraced him. Ace froze in place, having Sanji so close to him is making him feel warm. It took Ace a moment to reciprocate and once he wrapped Sanji's waist with his strong arms, he never wanted to let him go. 'God…it feels amazing.'
Robin stayed quiet, looking at the exchange with a smile. Yes…there's no doubt about it now, Ace likes he cook…a lot.
…..
Zoro is tired of waiting, Luffy is playing with some kids, and they are waiting for Franky to bring the materials he bought and get to the ship. Zoro decided that one drink in a bar won't cause any trouble; he just needs to remember how to get back here.
Zoro took one last glance and headed to the nearest bar he could find, and to be fair, it was really close, so he is confident he won't get lost. Zoro entered the bar and headed to the darkest corner so he wouldn't be disturbed. The waitress approached him and Zoro looked up at her. She was pretty, with a great body and brown hair that reaches just above her shoulders.
"What can I get you, handsome?"
"Rum…the best you have." Zoro grumbled
"Coming right up." the waitress said as she left him for a while.
Not two minutes later, she came back with a bottle of their best rum and set it on the table.
"Soo, what is someone like you doing here? Usually all customers are strange and old looking men, I must say you are a really nice change."
Generally, Zoro would make her go away so he can enjoy his rum alone…but what the hell? They started talking for a while…
"That's why my friends and I are getting supplies for the journey."
"Ooh, is that so? Are you really only looking for supplies? Maybe company, perhaps?" the waitress said, putting her hand on Zoro's leg.
Zoro looked at her in her big brown eyes. Zoro has been with a few people so far and now that he thinks about it…it's been a while since he had sex and looking at the cute waitress, perhaps it's time to change that.
"I wouldn't mind the company…" Zoro said huskily with a sly grin.
Back on the Sunny…
All the crew is back to the ship. Nami, Chopper and Usopp were able to collect a lot of money. Franky and Luffy came back with the materials before the rest and Franky was doing some changes on the ship. Not wasting time, Ace, Sanji and Robin were the last group to arrive, and soon after, Sanji went to the kitchen to make a new perfect dish with his new knives, Ace following behind. And now, they are all waiting for the moss-head to arrive…it's dark now and there was no sign of Zoro coming back any time soon.
"Aaaaahhh! Where the hell is that stupid Zoro, we have to get going!" Nami said, exasperated.
"Ms. Navigator, have patience. Knowing Mr. Swordsman, he is probably lost. He'll find the way eventually…he always does." Robin said trying to calm Nami down, even though she is also a little bit worried.
"Where is Zoro? Damn it…" Usopp said while looking at the town trying to spot a green haired man among all the people. And he did. "There he is, people…thank God! Zoro, come on, hurry" But Zoro is not alone, there is someone next to him. Usopp can't tell who.
Nami, Robin, Luffy, Brook and Usopp waited for Zoro on the deck.
"Zoooroooo!" Luffy yelled.
"Who is she?" Nami asked, looking up and down at Zoro's companion.
"Who knows…we will find out soon." Robin replied, worried. She has some idea of what happened between Zoro and that girl from the way she is touching him…the real question is why Zoro is bringing that girl to the ship.
Zoro and the waitress arrived and stood in front of the crew.
"You are late, you lazy bastard! You were supposed to help Luffy and Franky, not disappear and come back late with a stranger." Nami yelled, glaring at Zoro.
"Lower your voice, witch. I only left for a drink. I got lost and she helped me get back…no big deal." Zoro said, dismissively.
'No big deal, NO BIG DEAL?!'Nami is sooo ready to punch Zoro in his face when suddenly, the waitress interrupted.
"Ah, sorry, it's my fault, he entered my bar asking for booze and well…I couldn't let such a cutie go without a few rounds…" the waitress said, playfully.
The crew understands pretty well what she meant by a 'few rounds'. That girl was not talking about booze if the way she said it was anything to boy by. It is a clearly giveaway and her smile is also suggestive.
"The food is ready!" Sanji yelled, looking for his friends. Sanji looked around and spotted Luffy, Nami, Brook, Robin, Usopp and Zoro with…a woman?
"Hey, guys the food is served…" Sanji said while approaching them. Sanji took a closer look at the girl next to Zoro. She is pretty, but who is she? And what is she doing here?
"Ah, hello! Sorry for my manners, my lady. I am Sanji Blackleg, the cook of this crew and you are…?"
"Karin…nice to meet you." the waitress said, looking up and down at Sanji and smiling.
"Guys, I'm hungry what are you waiting for?" Ace asked, standing next to Sanji.
Karin giggled. "Wow this crew certainly has some good looking men. Perhaps next time we can make a foursome?" Karin said, caressing Zoro's pecs.
Zoro just glared at her. Everyone went quiet.
Sanji understood now who this woman was. Did Zoro have sex with her? All this time, while the crew was worried for him, he was out there fucking her. Her, not him. Zoro was with someone else, a pretty girl at that. A woman…a voluptuous, delicate, cute woman and she is everything he is not. Zoro's taste.
'Don't cry, don't cry, don't cry…Sanji don't you dare cry!' Sanji kept repeating to himself.
Ace broke the silence.
"Sorry even if you are not bad looking, you are not my type at all…count me out."
Karin looked at Ace amused instead of insulted and replied, "Oh, so who is your type?"
"Sorry, this is not the time or the place, least of all talking about it with someone I don't know, if I confess my likes it will be to the one I care about."
'So he does have someone he likes…who could it be?' Sanji thought while biting his lower lip. So Ace is actually only helping him as a friend…
And again, awkward silence.
Sanji cleared his throat. "A-Are you going to stay for dinner, Miss Karin?" Sanji asked, not daring to look at her or Zoro in the eye. 'Please say no, please…'
"Actually…I can't, I have to be at the bar in ten minutes, I only came here to bring him back…no sense of direction at all." Karin giggled. "But thanks for the offer, you are really cute." She said, stroking Sanji's cheek.
Yep, Ace hates her…
"Bye, nice to meet you all! And really nice to meet you, Mr. Ro-ro-noa Zo-ro… it was reaaally a pleasure!"
With that, the waitress said her goodbyes and leaves to town.
"She was nice…Zoro, how many rounds did you have with her? You don't look too wasted." Luffy asked incredulously.
"Idiot! Don't ask that, no one needs to hear that!" Nami yelled while hitting Luffy in the head.
Robin glared at Zoro. 'Was the real purpose of bringing that woman to the ship to prove his point to Sanji?'Robin looked at the cook who is now in deep thought and frowning. Robin could only imagine what the cook must be thinking…
"Guys…Chopper and I can't keep waiting, come on over and eat now because this food is super!" yelled Franky.
Everyone went inside the kitchen, Zoro behind Sanji. Honestly, he never planned to bring that woman to the ship but after he left her apartment he kept walking in circles and after a good 30 minutes, he asked for her help or else the crew would be really mad at him.
The crew ate in silence and each one left to complete their respective activities, leaving Sanji and Ace alone.
Sanji was washing dishes in silence while Ace seems hesitant on whether this would be a good moment to speak with Sanji about something important.
"Sanji?"
"Yeah?"
"Do you wish to know what type of person I like?"
Sanji turned around and looked at Ace, seeing his face is intense and determined.
"Yeah sure…" Sanji is not ready to hear Ace list all the qualities he is sure he will not have. But Ace seems to really want to talk about it, so he must listen.
Ace walked towards Sanji standing in front of him…waaayy to close to him, but Sanji doesn't mind at all. Ace leans forward to kiss Sanji lightly then he embraced him.
"My type of guy…"Ace begins, putting both of his hands on Sanji's waist, caressing the skin behind all those layers of clothing. "…is EVERYTHING you are…"
Sanji froze almost unable to breathe. 'Did I hear right?'
Ace kissed Sanji's neck over and over again while caressing Sanji's back behind his shirt. Sanji closed his eyes. Ace began to speak again in Sanji's ear.
"Slender, tall…" Sanji is blushing now. Ace threaded the fingers of one hand between Sanji's locks of hair and kissed him possessively. Their kiss lasted a few minutes, Ace tasting everything he can in Sanji's mouth…everything. Sanji's taste is too much for him and it's extremely delicious, both began battling with their tongues, while Ace's free hand touches Sanji's pecs, tracing each muscle and caressing his nipples and going lower…and lower…
"With blond hair and creamy skin…" Ace's voice is really husky now. He needs Sanji…he needs to taste more. Ace placed his hand above Sanji's clothed package squeezing a little, making Sanji moan and tremble is his arms.
"Muscular, funny, a great cook…" Ace lifted Sanji and placed him slowly on the floor, Ace hovering above him. Ace traced Sanji's long legs and his thighs. "...with amazingly long and strong legs…"
Ace slowly removed Sanji's jacket, then began to unbutton Sanji's shirt which proved to be very difficult because his hands were trembling from the excitement. After a moment, Sanji's shirt was finally off. Ace took a moment to engrave the sight of a blushing, shirtless and panting Sanji below him in his mind, and then he pressed all his weight against Sanji's and stared at those amazingly blue eyes.
"Breathtaking blue eyes that matches the sea…"Ace kissed Sanji again but this time, slowly, more intimately… taking his time while caressing Sanji's abs. Sanji placed his hands behind Ace's head. He can't take it, Ace's touches are now bolder making Sanji more and more excited…he needs this to go further, he needs Ace to take him.
"Ace!" Sanji whined...begged.
Ace smiled and sucked at Sanji's neck while guiding his hands below Sanji's pants, he unbuttoned his pants, lowered the zipper and then placed his hand in Sanji's boxers and stroked his member.
That did it. Sanji's moans are louder and more frequent. Ace can't take it. Ace released Sanji, gaining a moan of disappointment. Ace began to remove every remaining piece of clothing on Sanji's body. Finishing with Sanji's boxers, Ace watched Sanji hungrily, oh what a sight, Sanji is truly a really handsome man, every part of him is perfect, flawless and with those lustful eyes. Ace quickly began to unbutton his own pants with his other hand leaving them below his knees the same for his underwear. Ace felt relieved, letting his cock free. He is really, really hard and he is already dripping and he knows he is not going to last very long.
He placed his body above Sanji's once again aligning their hard members. Ace began rubbing up and down, creating a magnificent friction making both gasp and moan erratically. Ace didn't stop these movements until both came, which didn't take too long, Sanji came first, followed by Ace a few seconds later. Both stayed still while catching their breath for round two. Ace, feeling his stamina coming back to him, stood up to look for any sort of lubricant in the kitchen and he spotted some olive oil. 'That would work.'
Ace took the oil and went back to Sanji, whose breathing seems more even now.
But not for long…
Ace pulled Sanji's legs further apart and took the oil to pour a little bit on his fingers, Ace pushed one finger inside of Sanji, making him jump at the feeling of a finger being deep inside him, and it feels strange, but not bad. Ace, looking carefully at Sanji's face for any discomfort, added a second finger and then a third one moving his fingers in and out of Sanji's asshole.
"Aaah...A-Ace…I c-can't take it…" To be honest, neither could Ace, he needs to be inside Sanji, he must, so he removed his fingers and took the oil again to pour some on his aching cock. If Ace couldn't get inside Sanji in less than a minute, he was going to explode.
Ace placed Sanji's legs above his shoulders, aligned himself and, in one motion, he is completely inside Sanji. Both moan at the same time, it feels amazing, one being inside that tight ass and the other feeling full.
"Mmm…so good. Ace said, breathless.
"A-Ace..?"
"Y-yeah?" Ace asked, looking at Sanji's face.
"Don't you dare fall asleep this time…"
Ace chuckled. "I won't…I wouldn't miss this for the world." Ace began to move, slowly at first so as to not hurt his cook.
"Mmm, Ace, i-it feels a-amazing…ah…h-harder." Sanji bucked his hips forward to feel more. Ace pounded inside Sanji harder, going balls deep, pulling his big cock out, leaving just the tip in and slamming back in again, making Sanji scream and moan louder. Both are at their limit, each of Ace's thrusts making Sanji melt as he began hitting his prostate dead on.
"Aah, S-Sanji…ah hah…" Ace panted.
"A-Ace I'm almost…" Sanji gasped. He can't take it anymore…
"Me too…"
While Ace thrusted, he began to kiss Sanji's neck and shoulder. Ace wants everyone to know who the cook belongs to…so he bit Sanji's neck hard while sucking…leaving a dark mark on that beautiful creamy skin.
After a few minutes, Sanji came first, splashing both of their naked torsos. A few more thrusts and Ace came hard inside Sanji, filling him completely and making some of the cum drip from Sanji's perfect and round ass. Ace keeps filling Sanji's asshole making more and more semen drip out of him and onto the floor.
The only sound filling the room is the sound of hard breathing and wet kisses.
Ace, being able to move now, placed himself next to Sanji. Ace diverted his gaze from the ceiling to the gorgeous man next to him. Sanji has his eyes closed displaying a smile with those full and beautiful lips of his. Ace pulled Sanji closer to him and embraced him, Sanji opened his eyes and locked them with Ace's. Ace leaned forward, kissed the cook and whispered, "…caring and amazing in sex…" Ace said while hugging Sanji tightly against him.
Both stayed in silence for a while, just content in each other's arms.
"Sanji…?"
"Yeah?"
"I love you…"
Sanji looked up at Ace's face.
"You do? Really?"
"And you call my brother clueless…"Ace laughed. "I love you Sanji…I fell for you a long time ago and I want you to be mine…mine alone. I know I can make you happy, you just have to give me an opportunity and I will show you everything I can offer, everything I would do to make you smile every day."
Sanji couldn't believe it. Ace loves him, and not just anyone, his best friend…Ace. 'But do I love him back?' Sanji cares deeply for him, he would die for him… he is happy being embraced by him…just being with him…yes, yes he can fall in love with his best friend…and the sex being amazing is a plus.
"I...I think...I know I can fall for you, Ace, just give me time but I can say that there is no one who makes me feel like you do…I do like you Ace…a lot."
Ace seems to be ok with that for the moment. He knows he have to win Sanji's heart and he is confident that he will…he will just have to prove to him that he is better than Zoro…and that won't be hard.
Outside the door…stands Zoro, he wanted to…well…he doesn't even know why he is even outside, why he came here…perhaps to apologize for his behavior? Why he stood there during their whole 'activity' he has no idea.
Zoro just left them alone.
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