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“Anyway. After that, the survivors of our clan joined with their allies.”

“They integrated over time, but the story of their origins continued to be passed down.”

“It’s not a very happy story.”

“I didn’t say it would be.”

“Even before the Empire, there is a great deal of tragedy in the history of our people.”

“I guess so.”

“Oh, but there was one thing you mentioned I wanted to ask about!”

“What’s that?”

“You said you learned the story of our ancestors from your teacher.”

“Who was your teacher?”

“Oh.”

“I…”

“I haven’t spoken about her for a long time.”

“But yes.”

“I suppose you should know that story as well.”