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One breezy afternoon, an old green ball sailed over the tall hedges and bounced along the garden path. A boy hurried after it. He climbed a wicker fence with surprising ease and landed in a pile of leaves just beyond the gate. He brushed off his sleeves and searched for the ball with frantic eyes.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Elara noticed him from her window. She did not scream. She lifted her hand in a small wave.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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The boy startled. His head jerked up. When he saw her, he hesitated. She smiled at him, timid but sincere. His shoulders relaxed and he gave her a shy nod. He picked up the ball and walked closer.<\/div>\n
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