（ he had come here stripped bare, raw with old memories and grief like a pressure front. but he has always been skilled at putting things aside when his situation necessitates. ）
I apologize for disturbing your rest.
（ his voice is even, scoured of sentiment. ）
It goes without saying I do not wish any of this known to the others.
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I apologize for disturbing your rest.
（ his voice is even, scoured of sentiment. ）
It goes without saying I do not wish any of this known to the others.