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Chapter 21
Ardia and Homer descended the steps of Razmik's sprawling mansion, making their way toward the converted bus that stood parked nearby. Homer was carrying two huge duffels – they would have weighed close to nothing for Ardia, but she enjoyed having Homer carry things for her in a way she couldn't quite explain. The bus had been converted at Razmik's recent request, designed as a platform that allowed them to travel securely and comfortably, even with a being as large and obtrusive as Homer.
As Homer heaved the duffels into the cargo box at the base of the bus, he paused and eyed the vehicle skeptically. Ardia patted his forearm and said, "I know, I know, you don't like the look of it."
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Homer shot her a look and said, "Of course I don't like the look of it, it looks like a metal box, and it looks small."
Ardia laughed, "Homer, it's as big as we can manage without rolling around in military hardware."
Not quite understanding, Homer replied, "Why not roll around in military hardware? It's bigger and stronger, makes more sense."
Ardia responded, "That would draw too much attention and, frankly, wouldn't be as comfortable."
Homer looked at the bus awkwardly and remarked, "It'll be cramped in there with everyone for a while."
Ardia teased him, "Oh? Don't want to be cramped in with me?"
If it were possible for a creature like him to blush, Homer appeared to do so. He stammered, "No, not you, but I've spent a long time traveling so close to others. I like them, but their closeness... it fatigues me."
Ardia smiled and said, "It'll be good to be back out doing something, though." Homer grew a little distant and wistful...
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