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She continued to smile pulling Kais into a seat. “I think I recall. The one that lives in a world that is stifling and dull and lonely.” She gestured to her ears. “And who is going to teach Ree how to read.” He abandoned his hand and went to wash hers going back to making her bread. Her all knowing smile never faltered “Yet you are going to find a ship.” She stopped smiling then. “I have had nearly 35 years to trust my hearing, Kais and while I am greatful for what you did for James, I would like to know what you intend to do with Ree.”