#13: The Great Games

"He paused. 'You paying attention?'

'Uh, yes, sir! Yes, yes, I am,' I said quickly. I had been staring at the Star.

'I’m kidding, Ty. I thought your eyes might pop out of your head,' He chuckled, 'I had the same look the first time I came here. It’s a special place.' He looked out wistfully over the expanse. Relighting his cigar, he took a few puffs.

'You said you liked Patromir, so let me tell you about one of his fights. I watched it while sitting right here. Patromir versus Lavonai. House Hime versus House Jaqua...'"

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