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"Of course I did"

"Co at his hand

Race rolls his eyes "Boys, let your grandfather catch his breath"

Logan glances past his grandsons and sees that Nessa has already joined the children "What, do I look too old?" He smiles at the boys He is full of memories of other parties, when Race was small "What are the rules?"

"You freeze when you get tagged," Noa explains, wide-eyed It is as if he is announcing a discovery that will change the fate of mankind "When everybody freezes, you win"

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"Loads," she says with a smile

"Fun comes so naturally to thehter-in-law is adorable She told me about their plans"

"You approve?"