He skimmed through the first few pages. But what about me? Jasons voice faded as he led Thompson out of camp. I am on a great adventure. Why are you taking his side?. The last of his fury swept away in the wave of her sincere affection. I know the subject of the visit but nae the conclusion., Well, I wont keep you fine gentlemen in suspense much longer. What we know. But the Bolt clan was nae much different all those years ago. Who will care for him? Mirimantos, he pronounced her name carefully. Would Jason still love me in that openhearted way of his if he knew the truth? Jason found he didnt much care how insulted the man felt. There are so many things I want to know of him. Cmon then! He struggled furiously against the firm hold Jason had around his shoulders. Shed already been quite sick by the time hed arrived in Seattle. The air whooshed out of his lungs at the impact. How dare he! No contract could be worth accepting the mans bigotry. Jason winced at her choice of words, but Aaron didnt seem to notice. That Im half-Indian? left kudos on this work! In the corner, Joshua admired all the pretty girls with Corky and Canada. Theres never been any hate involved. Jason continued, not noticing Joshs reaction. Knowing what we know now, can you try to understand why Aaron did some of the things he did? Now get out of here. Looking for your father?, No, I had no idea hed be here. I knew I could count on you for a warm shoulder and a willing ear., Its part of the job when you own a saloon. She cracked her dishtowel in his direction. What a hardship it was. However, aside from finding himself, Josh also believes he's found 'the one'. Twenty years of his fathers life, contained in ten worn leather-bound books, was stacked beside him. Right here. Josh held out the object in question then carefully tucked it back into his inside jacket pocket. An All-Tempa-Cheer bride. He never spent one minute worryin about me or my mother. Occasion seems to call for some fortification, he smiled wearily. He tried to summon up the anger that had helped protect him from Jasons persuasion in the past but he hadnt the energy. Joshua kicked at the ground, his fair skin bright, though Jeremy couldnt tell if anger or shame caused the flush. Whats this all about? Lottie appeared at the edge of the crowd, one arm draped protectively around Candy. The only day sadder in my life was when your father left Kilmarron. He grinned. Jason took that as a good sign. Cmon in.. Oh, I enjoy rubbing his fur the wrong way. I should have let Aaron punch him. Now just let me alone.. Now for the first time, he felt it viscerally - in his heart and in his soul. Badly tempted to kick the journal into the fire and be done with this torment, Aaron clutched the mantel with both hands. Jason winced as he recalled all the times theyd gleefully pointed out to Aaron how he wasnt family. Jason gaped, his mouth moving but no sound coming out. Keep working like this and youre gonna drop like that tree., George, another of Reds few friends, carried over a pail of fresh water. Rancor filled some eyes; whether the hostility was caused by the knowledge of his heritage or the loss of the government contract he didnt know nor did he care. Bolt, Aaron returned his greeting. Hadnt he already accomplished all that, without the damned mountain? If he wasnt very careful he could end up walking off a damned cliff. How? Jason choked into the stunned silence. He stared fiercely into Jasons eyes, looking for what Jason didnt know. We bought the girl passage on a ship to America. I have a present for you., Call it a welcome to the family present., His scowl deepening, Aaron made no move to take the present. Ive got some more thinking to do. And, mostly, to yourself., Pat Foran is a writer in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Opening his mouth to say exactly that, he closed it abruptly. tip: "sherlock (tv)" m/m NOT "sherlock holmes/john watson", Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings. Listening to the exchange between his two older brothers, Josh could stand being a bystander no more. A young, scared girl, in a strange land far from her own people, surrounding by her lovers family who found her inferior and unacceptable. He simply wasnt a good enough actor to cover what he felt. Afternoon, Aaron, Jason greeted, his voice unusually soft, almost gentle. Nothing you said will ever be heard by another soul., I never thought otherwise, He leaned forward to press a kiss to her forehead. Jason couldnt contain his gasp. He wasnt! I would give my life to keep from causing her shame. After church and a good meal at Lotties, Sunday was reserved for the small household chores he didnt feel comfortable asking his housekeeper to do. Josh marveled at his brother. There wasnt a moment of quiet all night long.. I tried once and what did it get me? See. His grin turned into a wince as he stretched his split lip. He softened his voice at Jeremys wince. And a thief. I just recalled. Now he wished he had. She threw a pointed glance at the far table. Captain Roland Clancy brings the disease via his ship to the Seattle, Washington Territory port. I was always the dutiful son. Not more of Fathers journal, is it?, Jason extended the book closer. With much shouting and bumping, the crowd carried the newlywed couple to the party waiting to happen. There were times when Jason seemed to understand what drove him better than he did himself. In just a moment, he returned, a book in his hand. Aaron had no doubt if it came to a choice between him and Joshua and Jeremy which direction Jason would turn. Because Im the one who just found out., Im sorry, Aaron. Jason shuffled his feet and twisted the books in his hands. Stempel hates us!, No, he doesnt, Josh. But the declaration of guilt, when it was over, had been strangely liberating. Would he understand how much I regret not being there to watch him grow? Candy's little brother and sister arrive in Seattle, but that's not the only excitement; Jeremy's ready to propose. S1, Ep13 8 Jan. 1969 The Log Jam 6.9 (32) But I have to talk to someone, let this poison inside me out. Hes done nothing to deserve my lies. Was there anything he could point to and say, this is what I accomplished? I did nae see it then. She nodded in acknowledgment. Bobby Sherman also recorded music and was a heart-throb back then, too. Colonel Thompson swept Lottie out onto the dance floor just as Jason got within earshot. About my mother., And you got angry, didnt you, Aaron? Jason prompted quietly. After Irv died, it was hard to get into HCTB, especially since he'd always enjoyed the fandom as much as me. Before he could regain his balance, a second thrust moved him deeper into the corridor between Bens and the apothecarys. My own flesh and blood. What happened?, He shrugged his confusion. He reacted as if he anticipated my denial. Could we all sit?, Jason, if this is something between you and your brothers? Brow furrowed, Duncan gestured at the door. Every mother thinks their child beautiful, but I can not help but believe our son is more beautiful than most. Just as he exited, he spotted Candy daintily making her way across the street, Lottie and Biddie holding up her skirts to keep them out of the mud. When Julie was visiting, Jason had heard him say nothing about his mother, not even an inquiry about her health. Excuse me, Jason. A huge pitcher in her hands, Biddie appeared beside him. I cant tell you how wonderful that makes me feel., In fact, there are some of us who find it rather she giggled, hiding her mouth beneath her fingertips. Lets get you and my little brother married.. He ran with the futile hope of leaving all the fear and anger raging inside him behind. Abandoning his quest for the moment, Aaron strode across the room to the new arrival. He loved her, Josh offered. Jeremy, whats wrong?, He allowed himself a slight grin. Joshua knew his presentation of the Bolt brothers financial status could mean the difference between them getting the contract or losing it. He also liked to spend those few hours of leisure he allowed himself engrossed in one of the many volumes of classic literature he kept in his study. Why, he didnt even yell at me for what I said at the colonels party., Maybe notoh, I dont knowIm just so nervous. He remembered days on the voyage around the Horn back from New Bedford that had seemed endless. Jeremy couldnt suppress his chuckle. Head down, shoulders slumped and hands shoved in his pockets, Aaron stood in the middle of Lotties. He lied! What the hell are you up to, Bolt? Aaron spoke into hands cupped around his face. Feeling the animosity, Aarons eyes narrowed then flashed danger. Duncan, you knew? Jason had suspected, but he hadnt been sure. ", Jason felt like screaming his frustration but forced his volume down. How are you doing this morning?, Confused, Jeremy confessed. Freed him up to take a crew to the stand as you wished him to., Then it was a day well spent, Jason returned his grin. Single friends are reminded of just how alone and lonely they are, married brides who had the best wedding ever are reminded of just how bitchy they were at the time, married brides that didn't have the best wedding ever figure out ways to insinuate themselves in the planning so they can rectify their mistakes, and the father of the bride is . When he was sick he asked for me and I was holding his hand when he died. Hardly a bairn., Aye, but still young to take on the responsibilities of a family.. Showing your crude origins? Thompson tried to sound confident, but he couldnt hide the fear in his eyes. If we accept the contract, we have to agree to cut Aaron out of the deal? Jeremy Bolt (Here Come the Brides) Lottie Hatfield Biddie Cloom Roland Francis Clancey Original Female Character (s) Original Male Character (s) On his own in San Francisco, Joshua Bolt seems to have found his niche managing the family's business interests in California. He considered going inside the house but he had a decent view of the town from the porch and the light breeze cooled the fire inside him. I enjoyed this story and the new family dynamic from start to finish. The clop of horses hooves caused him to slide off the path to the edge of the woods. Now if youll, Biddie didnt notice Aarons attempted dismissal. Candy stood on the dormitory porch, dressed in her Sunday best. He remembered Joshuas incessant questions and his fathers red-faced replies. Itll all work out for the best, Aaron, youll see.. Well, he did. Everything you have has been given to you. Hope it finds some interested readers here. Dinna the Stempels provide you with a home and family?, A home? Aaron had never before exposed his souls scars, but he wanted to hurt this man. A female scream wrenched everyone to their feet. Just different than we were aware of before. Was he simply what his experiences had made of him? Oh, Jason, the blond brother joined into the laughter as he began to understand. I wasnt even two when she died., If youveI dont understandwhy this trouble now?. The sons of Madeline and Jonathan Bolt. There was only one way Red and his crew could have known that Stempel was part Indian. What will happen to him? But the diary drew him, teased him with its mystery. He says we will wait until we reach the land of his birth to have his peoples ritual to name our child. Oh, Candy patted at the tears beginning to drip down her cheeks. Hes hardly talking to us. Aaron had no reason to love the Bolt family. Holding out his arm, Jason invited Joshua into the family circle. But I think its gone too far for that, Aaron. Aaron flipped through pages of the fragile journal. This town seems to have a perpetual party going on. Out of the corner of his eye, he caught a movement on the trail to his office. If he cared so much, why did he deny he was my father? He hadnt needed the Bolt name or any Bolt help. The answer to that question was the hardest part of this whole thing. I HATE this evil POS app! And Aaron was giving it in accordance to tradition. Hes dead. She was visiting her family and never knew what happened in those months after your father returned. Just teasing. Staring down at his shuffling feet, Josh wished he could recall the words. It had little to do with her at all. Salty tears flavored her lips as he claimed them for his own. And I know you need to talk about this. Give him a way to gracefully back down., I should have known all this, Jason admitted ruefully. Not jealousy or vengeance, but trying to prove you were as good as us?. Jon is so happy. Jasons chest filled with pride as he watched Joshua help Jeremy adjust the new suit hed bought specifically for his wedding. Oh, no, Jeremy groaned. Joshua would never forget some of the dirt Stempel had done to them, but - with the knowledge hed gleaned - he felt he might be able to find forgiveness. Jeremy spotted Candy waiting for him on the front porch of the dormitory. Time to get it over with. Were on opposite The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour? All right, Lottie, he exhaled. Jasons sympathy went out to Aaron although a part of him was vastly amused at bemusing the man. How could I know what I would have done? I know what you mean about an idea taking on a life of its own. Jeremy, whats your vote?, Jeremy flicked his gaze between all the players. Jason sighed at their open, vulnerable expressions. I think hes known for a long time., How? Mr. You can make it three to one or a tie vote.. Oh, no, he moaned to himself. Her sweet response warmed him. He squinted, trying to imagine Aaron Stempel as a baby. My mill has a third more capacity than his and you know it. Without drinking he pressed the cool glass against his brow. As soon as she disappeared, Candy clutched Jasons arm. Jason treated him as an equal, always had. How do I know what to believe? He hated the hint of pleading he heard in his own voice. It was a genuine desire to shield his brother from any additional strain. I cant do that, Aaron. I dont know how Ill go about bringing them together.. What if its all true? Quite a surprise. Tried dirty tricks to steal our mountain? Good night, nephew.. If they didnt, could he bear it? Im going to leave these here. You cant change how people believe and feel overnight., But I need to do something, his voice rose. In kindergarten, Faith and I sat next to each other during storytelling time. Closing his eyes, Jason shook his head slowly. Im sorry, Aaron, but you should see your face right now, she giggled. But when the pressure is on and the mountains at stake, I feelI dont know Alive. How many times as a child had he sustained himself with the love apparent in his mothers diary and the idea that somewhere there was a father who would love him if only he could find that father? Which leaves me where Ive always been. Joshua leaned his chair back against the wall of the cabin he shared with his brothers. Well have to depend on you. The boy gives no hint that we might be related as he faces off with us across that big desk of his. The gathering gloom of evening matched the darkness in his heart. He hoped they had the good sense to stay away from Aaron tonight. This time Joshua was glad for his older brothers talent; too little sleep and too much brooding had reduced him to barely being able to think. ", A reluctant smile curved Jasons lips. They both tempted and repelled Aaron. My mother was Dwamish., That wasnt mentioned in any of the reports.. No, thank you, Lottie, he replied, never losing eye contact with Thompson. Thats a fact no one can deny., Aaron grinned sardonically. He knew what was right, but why did it feel like it would destroy a part of his soul to do it? Raised voices from inside the office gave him a distraction from his inner turmoil. Im binge-watching Here Come The Brides, a 1960s TV show starring David Soul, Bobby Sherman, Joan Blondell and the brides.. Working his way across the room, Jason tried to get in position to keep an eye on Aaron without being obvious about it. They planned on giving him a beating. Oh, so that is what is bothering you, lad., Duncans broad shoulders slumped and his head lowered. That was you, wasnt it?. Read this! Jason demanded, flinging his fathers journal across the desk. After calling him boy as if he were a stray gutter rat, in the next sentence, Bolt acknowledged him as son. He was in a grand fury when he found out. Biddie has him surrounded.. Im used to sharing all my secrets with Maddie. But Josh couldnt give up long-held feelings that easily. Tell me every single thing you remember about her. Thank you, Miss Cloom. terik - officiator +. Sophie - best woman. All the questions hed longed to ask Jonathan Bolt, but hadnt been able to because of the mans denial, bubbled up inside of him. Upset, Jeremy shrugged. He thought of pulling the pillow over his head but knew it wouldnt do any good. Will the revelations from an old journal tear the town of Seattle apart? I thought maybe it would help if we talked about it together., Well, theres nothing to talk about. Josh clenched his hands around the shaft of the ax to stop their shaking. His arm cocked back to hurl this book of lies into the fire where it belonged. Whimsically he wondered which half of him was Indian and which half Bolt. Jason reached the newcomer at the same instant. Aaron erupted from his chair. It is an Aaron-centric romance, though it has quite a bit of the rest of the Seattle crew also. The grin grew until it became a chuckle and the chuckle became full voiced laughter. I should have known better than to ever think hed give a fair deal to a Bolt.. I guess I cant deny that. And Aaron had a big decision to make before he appeared at the wedding. One week from Saturday you and I are going to be married and nothing is going to stand in our way.. Good or bad. Mustache snagged his coat sleeve. He wasnt defeated yet but he needed time to regroup. How can I be calm? he appealed, but he took a gulp of the whiskey-laced coffee. He cant touch me if I dont let him. And he remembered the first time he was allowed to hold his tiny newborn brother. To get to the steps where Candy was waiting, Jason had to pass through the church proper. "Aunt Brooke, Uncle Lucas said to tell you he's not here", she spoke matter of factly. The vehemence of place. Offering his hand, he helped Lottie to her feet. Then one morning he seemed to make up his mind about something. If that had been Bolts plan, hed won. His wife. I mean, it belonged to your mother. Im sorry, sweetheart. She tipped his chin up so he would meet her eyes. He denied it. Or even what her name was., You know, neither do I. Lottie leaned back thoughtfully. Stempel arrowed a ferocious glare at him. He wasnt ashamed of his heritage. But Josh only grew further apart from his brothers and Aarondamn Aaron refused to even speak to him. Why dont you go outside and cool off?. Of course you do nae. Here Come the Brides 1968 -2022 2 Seasons ABC Comedy TVG Watchlist The Bolts, logging-camp operators, bring 100 potential brides to Seattle so the loggers won't bolt, with the understanding. Ive never been a Bolt. Undiluted compassion for the man unexpectedly struck Joshua. Ive fought these kinda battles most of my life. Stepping across the room to his dresser, he slid open a seldom used drawer. Hes got more hair than Ive ever seen on such a little tyke and I think his eyes will be blue like the other two boys. I dont know. Abruptly, he collapsed back, the hand still holding the diary covering his face. Jason?. He wanted only to get home and relax with a good meal but he had an errand to complete before he could. Damn, that was all they needed. Hed grown up in Jasons shadow. Joshs head plummeted down onto his crossed arms. And what of my son? I am dying. My time is getting close. Would they have loved him like I do? It was more than the contract that Thompson might offered that pushed him forward. Your father would nae listen to reason. Thoughts of her and the child have torn at me since I set foot on this land again. But there was the time you were attacked by Bigfoot. Hed had plenty of chances after Mrs. Bolt died to accept the consequences of past mistakes, but hed done nothing. A quick glance told Aaron that the other two brothers were just as stunned as he was. You will treat with Aaron Stempel with the dignity every human being deserves and the respect hes earned. My wife, lord, lord. Candy recoiled as if the box might hold a rattlesnake. For everything they had that would never be his. Aaron just looked so damned awkward compared to the loggers Jason spent his days with, though Jason knew from experience Aaron wasnt as inefficient with an ax as he first appeared. Well, he Jason stumbled, trying to find words to defend the indefensible. Took her to one dance and shes still mooning over him. You and the Bolts are footing the bill for this little shindig.. +. Well, one Bolt is in the corner drinking his dinner. Thinking deep thoughts? Sitting down, she pushed a full mug in front of him to replace the one he hadnt realized hed emptied. Nothing is going to stop us from being married, she affirmed. Heavens, why would you want to know about Aarons mother?, He waved his hand vaguely. Ive never beennot reallyIve always been alone.. trampset 835 Followers Follow More from Medium Mark Schaefer 20 Entertaining Uses of ChatGPT You Never Knew Were Possible Shed said it was because calling her Mother was disrespectful to his real mother, but Aaron had known the truth. With a wink at Uncle Duncan and a solemn nod to Aaron, Jason continued on his journey. Jason met Lotties eyes and saw the same furious pain he himself felt. The brides are homesick for family. The swirl of crinoline and gingham pushed Jason further back against the wall of the dormitory. This is your day. Aaron tried to swallow around the rock in his throat. Give him time. In the corner, alone, Joshua stared morosely into his whiskey glass. To think of that man walking around town as if he owns it and he aint even totally human!, Ive heard some rumors, Red, George smirked. But when I suggested he might be my sire, he spat in my face, even though he knew it was so. The one has nae to do with the other. Bolts opinion meant nothing. Just hold still and let me get this bleeding stopped. A shiver coursed down his spine. Well, I think this calls for a family vote.. What the hell do you want, Aaron? Jason ran his hand through his hair in frustration. He called me a liar, Aaron ground the words between clenched teeth. Aaron Stempel own a piece of Bridal Veil? Im not asking you to forget what George Stempel did for you. Didnt say I believed it., Seems to me you aint got no reason to defend Stempel, Red continued to glare. With Robert Brown, Bobby Sherman, David Soul, Bridget Hanley. Before I throw you out.. Jeremy scrambled back up to his feet. Oh, Jason had stopped by, but they had passed the evening with a companionable game of cribbage without a mention being made of family. Why dont you let me be the judge of that? She shouldered him aside and walked in his house. "Don't ever let me hear you say anything like that again.". Ugly junk, he thought as he pitched a statuette into the fireplace. What if Aaron didnt understand? He held out his hand and she immediately grasped it in her own. No, I dont think she would, Jeremy returned his laughter, then his expression turned serious. This couldnt possibly be true. What left did he have to prove? Were fine. Why check on him? Josh followed his brother off the porch, tension taking away his usual grace. Ive had enough of the Bolt brothers for one day.. His attention all for Candy, Jeremy had lost track of everything else around him. He could feel the tremor in his slender hands. However, what Josh sees in the girl seems to be a mystery to his family, especially his sister, Jemma. He thought about you all the time. I had no idea Stempel helped us out after Fathers death. More and more pieces of the puzzle were falling into place, but Josh didnt think he yet saw the whole picture. Jonathan must have contributed to half the population growth of Washington Territory. Hows Stempel?, Oh, hell be fine, Jason waved vaguely, his eyes focused on something only he could see. Hed hoped Jason would volunteer the information he needed, but it looked like his brother was going to force him to ask. Josh considered, then nodded slowly. No amount of guilt or regret could bring back a life lost. A girl has to make a living. Could he do this? Jonathan loved the girl. This lightens my heart some, but I still long to be back with the women who have been birthing babies in my tribe for more seasons than I have been alive. Should I have left him with the Bolt clan? To cover, he stomped to the coffeepot warming on the stove. You dont really feel like that, do you, Josh? Brow wrinkled in concern, Jeremy reached out for his brother. He resented the implication that his own lack of courage held him back. Obediently, she raced down the street. It would have been proof he was just as good as the sons whod had their fathers favor. I suppose we are. There Ive said it. The man whos tried to destroy everything our father worked to give us. He had his own questions that had to be answered. Now hed found hidden hardships and tragedy. Would you want them to know about you?, Pensively, she tapped her fingernail against the table. However, it becomes apparent that there's something eating away at Josh, especially when he takes his anger out on his sister. But will Candy's mother's letter change . She reciprocated, her hand snaking around the back of his neck. Everything hed believed about his father, his mother, even what hed believed about himself now lay in shambles around his feet. And Im no drunker than you are., Aaron blinked owlishly at Jason. She has a bit of an infatuation with him, you know. How little of his origins did he really know? Thank you very much, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Many years ago, goaded by a few too many drinks and an incautious remark or two, theyd had a chopping contest. Every answer was met with a slight sneer. Showing off a bit, I must admit. I dont want to know. Does this mean, Exactly, gentlemen, Ashland grinned. She seemed to be satisfied with what she saw there. They shared the blood of Jonathan Bolt. When he faced the millowner, Joshua still felt like the twelve-year-old hed been when theyd first met. You Bolts think you own the world. Do you have any doubt in your mind at all that this savage couldnt change your life?, Jason wrapped long arms around Aarons shoulders, tugging him back. That its Aaron Stempel., God, Jason, how many times has he cheated us? Josh tried to make his brother see sense. If he could stay on his feet he could possibly inflict enough damage to make the men tire of their game. Ive got an idea of something that might help.. He felt it in his own gut as Aarons eyes widened, face losing color beneath the dark tint of his skin. He let his brothers absorb this part of the revelation before he exposed the rest. Whoever itd been, Jason had known about her. The old bitter resentment burned the back of his throat as two of the Bolt brothers rode by without noticing him. Open hand, Jason muttered almost inaudibly. So glad to see you writing again! After handing out the full glasses, Josh settled himself in a chair on the other side of Aaron. Could he trust Jason and the other two not to turn their backs on him - as their father had done - when he really needed them? And his family in Scotland compounded the error. Jason laid a hand on both of his brothers shoulders. "Jen, tell her I'm not here", Lucas whispered to the child. I never intended to shout it from the rooftops., Maybe he thought he couldnt take that chance with my mothers life, Jason shrugged helplessly. What kind of surprises does Kerry and Carter's wedding hold for them. An abstraction. His brother Aaron. Here Come The Brides ~ Becoming bigvalleylover2 4.1K subscribers Subscribe 210 Share Save 19K views 4 years ago A fan video to one of my favorite tv shows, Here Come The Brides (1968-1970). Now he understood some of why his older brother was pushing this reconciliation. Love? Jeremy groaned when the birds outside his window greeted the new day. Frantically, Jason searched for the source of the screams. His brothers waited patiently to see where this was heading, but Duncans expression turned wary. But they hadnt known and now they had few things they could say, this was my fathers. I dont think Candy would appreciate it if you came out with a busted suit. Joshua added. I dinna think he would ever write about it, Duncan whispered, his face ashy gray. Well, ladiesand gentleman, Lottie started shooing motions. But if there was punching to do, hed do it himself; he had no need to call in a bunch of coyotes. He hadnt thought about what Stempel might have been feeling all these years. We dont need their damned jobs. The contract will go where it should have gone in the first place. Why I dont know what youre talking about. One thing he knew for sure, the damned curly hair he hated so much had to come from the Bolt side. I hope yours doesnt., Oh, no, dont turn this back on me, Jason. Jonathan Bolt had chosen not to acknowledge him as a son and that could never change. It took no guesswork to figure out how Red and his cronies learned of Aarons ancestry. Jason reached for him but Josh evaded the effort. He jerked to his feet. Handing a glass to each of them, he poured a liberal draught for all. Shreds. She gave him a teasing pat on the cheek. It was an unexpected joy to watch the boys negotiate. 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