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Chapter 75: The Merchant
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Grasmere, a few days later…
In the backyard behind his house, the merchant Masaru was spending time with his family. It was quiet outside. He, this majestic city, was never this much quiet. This must be the first time, that they heard this much silence, since they settled here. Always, from somewhere the noise of the men leaving or entering the inn could be heard or the voices of the samurai that were patrolling the streets. This night was special. It was too warm for their taste.
"Finally, I can't believe it! Peace and quiet! A man could get used to this," said the merchant after a short break. He was watching the rooftops. There was no snow, which was odd; the snow always fell in this time of year.
"I can't get used to it," his son said, lifting his head from the scroll.
"Me too," said the daughter. In her hand, she was holding a calligraphy brush.
"At least, the humidity isn't high," the
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