Ch. 301Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Losweiser holds a love tutoring class for the Silver Dragon Clan, emphasizing respecting boundaries in relationships.
  • Leon arrives unnoticed and listens to Losweiser's speech.
  • During the Q&A, a maid asks about the last time Losweiser and Leon kissed, leading Leon to kiss Losweiser in front of everyone.

Character Developments

  • Losweiser: Shows maturity and wisdom in her speech, displaying her growth as a leader and a mother.
  • Leon: Demonstrates affection and possessiveness towards Losweiser, showing his desire to maintain their relationship.
  • Little Guang: Shows curiosity about school and her eagerness to learn.

Significant Themes

  • Respect in relationships
  • Communication and understanding
  • Personal growth and development
  • Family and love

Character Interactions

  • Losweiser and Leon: Their relationship deepens as they show affection in front of the clan members.
  • Leon and Little Guang: Leon shows fatherly concern for Little Guang's reading habits, and they discuss her potential interest in school.
  • Losweiser and the Silver Dragon Clan: Losweiser's speech inspires and influences the clan members, fostering a more open and understanding environment.

Ch. 302Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Leon, Losweiser, and their three daughters spend time together in the garden.
  • Leon and Losweiser discuss their relationship and feelings.
  • Leon takes Little Guang to see Noa off for the new semester at Saint Hiss Academy.

Character Developments

  • Leon realizes he has pride and finds Losweiser's flaws endearing.
  • Noa is academically exceptional and is promoted to the advanced class.
  • Little Guang is independent and not clingy like her sisters.
  • Muen is clingier to Noa, showing her reliance on her eldest sister.

Significant Themes

  • Family and parent-child relationships.
  • The couple's growing understanding and acceptance of their feelings for each other.
  • The importance of education and personal growth.

Character Interactions

  • Leon and Losweiser have a heart-to-heart conversation about their relationship.
  • Leon interacts with his daughters, showing affection and concern for their well-being.
  • Noa, Muen, and Little Guang play together, displaying their sibling bond.
  • Leon and Losweiser meet Noa's homeroom teacher and discuss Noa's academic progress.

Ch. 303Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Noa returns to school, bidding farewell to her family, especially her younger sisters Muen and Little Guang.
  • Leon and Losweiser send Noa off, giving her advice and expressing their relief for not encountering Vice Principal Wilson.
  • The couple is summoned to the administrative building by Vice Principal Wilson.
  • Wilson meets Little Guang for the first time and gets punched by her, much to Leon's amusement.
  • Wilson informs the couple that Principal Orlette is back and might attend the entrance ceremony, and they are to meet her.

Character Developments

  • Noa shows maturity and responsibility in bidding farewell to her sisters.
  • Muen and Little Guang display their affection for Noa and show signs of growing up.
  • Leon shows his mischievous side by making Wilson suffer a bit for tormenting them.
  • Wilson's love for gossip and meddling in others' lives is further emphasized.

Significant Themes

  • Family bonds and love, particularly between sisters and between parents and children.
  • The passage of time and the changes it brings, as seen through Muen's perspective.
  • The humor and mischief that can arise from unexpected situations, as seen in Leon's interaction with Wilson.

Character Interactions

  • Noa interacts with her sisters, showing love and care, especially towards Muen.
  • Leon and Losweiser interact with their children, showing their love and concern for them.
  • Leon and Wilson interact, showing Leon's mischief and Wilson's obliviousness to Leon's pranks.
  • The couple interacts with Wilson, showing their exasperation with his meddling but also their resignation to it.

Ch. 304Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Leon and Losweiser meet with Principal Olet, who gives Losweiser a belated wedding gift from her grandmother.
  • Principal Olet reveals she was part of a surveying project in the Far North for many years, which was recently terminated due to the involvement of Lavi and other undercover agents.
  • Fael, the Ironwing Dragon King, stole a portion of the investigation results, and his whereabouts are unknown.

Character Developments

  • Leon remains composed and humble during the meeting with Principal Olet, demonstrating his political acumen.
  • Losweiser shows her strategic thinking and understanding of Dragon race politics during her conversation with Leon.

Significant Themes

  • The theme of secrets and conspiracies continues, with the revelation of undercover agents in the surveying project and the theft of investigation results by Fael.
  • The delicate balance between Leon, the Empire, and the "Dragon traitors" is highlighted, with each side trying to bring down the other without self-destructing.

Character Interactions

  • Leon and Losweiser work together to analyze the situation and discuss possible connections between the Ironwing Dragon King and the Human Empire.
  • Principal Olet shows respect and appreciation for Leon's actions in stopping the space rift, despite the strange circumstances.

Ch. 305Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Losweiser and Leon meet with Olet, who is secretive about her and Veronica's achievements in the Far North.
  • Olet gives Losweiser a magical crystal pendant, claiming it has beautifying effects.
  • Olet reveals a secret room in her office, where Veronica is studying a milky white energy cluster.
  • Losweiser and Leon practice condensing Primal Power, with Losweiser successfully creating a small cluster of white energy flames.

Character Developments

  • Losweiser gains confidence in her ability to use Primal Magic.
  • Leon becomes more proactive in expressing affection towards Losweiser, though she remains skeptical.

Significant Themes

  • The power and mystery of Primal Magic.
  • The importance of trust and understanding in relationships.
  • The passing down of knowledge and achievements from one generation to the next.

Character Interactions

  • Losweiser and Leon's relationship deepens as they practice magic together and express their feelings.
  • Olet and Veronica's friendship is highlighted as they work together on a secret project.
  • Losweiser remains suspicious of Leon's motives, despite his attempts to be more affectionate.

Ch. 306Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Leon and Losweiser have a playful argument about Leon's affectionate words, ending with them bickering as they head to dinner.
  • Ailandi, the Empire's supreme commander, oversees the incubation of the Crimson Flame Dragon King, Constantine, intending to use it to threaten Leon.
  • Scott reports to Ailandi about Tiger and Rebecca's mysterious activities and suggests using the Silver Dragon King to lure Leon.

Character Developments

  • Leon: Shows his affectionate and playful side with Losweiser and his protective nature towards Muen.
  • Losweiser: Maintains her stern demeanor but shows affection towards Leon and Muen.
  • Ailandi: Reveals his ambition and ruthlessness in his pursuit of power.
  • Scott: Demonstrates his cunning and ambition, aiming to please Ailandi and gain favor.

Significant Themes

  • Love and affection between Leon and Losweiser, and their growing family.
  • Ambition and power struggle within the Empire, represented by Ailandi's plans.
  • The looming threat of the Empire's schemes against Leon and his allies.

Character Interactions

  • Leon and Losweiser: Engage in playful banter, showing their growing affection and compatibility.
  • Ailandi and Scott: Interact as superior and subordinate, with Scott flattering Ailandi to gain favor.
  • Leon and Muen: Share a tender moment, with Leon comforting his daughter and Muen showing her intelligence and confidence.

Ch. 307Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Little Guang seeks advice from their mother about winning back Muen's affection.
  • Noa returns from school with her classmate, Helena, who is invited to stay for the weekend.
  • The family has dinner together, with Helena sharing her envy of Noa's family life.

Character Developments

  • Little Guang shows maturity and understanding in their interaction with Muen.
  • Noa demonstrates her maturity and willingness to accept emotional support from Helena.
  • Helena shows her social grace and genuine affection towards Noa.

Significant Themes

  • Family and sibling relationships.
  • The importance of friends and emotional support.
  • The differences between cocoon-born and blood-related dragons.

Character Interactions

  • Little Guang and Muen: Little Guang tries to reconnect with Muen, while Muen struggles with her feelings towards Helena.
  • Noa and Helena: They display a close, sisterly bond, with Helena providing emotional support to Noa.
  • Leon and Losweiser: They observe their daughters' interactions and decide to discuss Helena's role in Noa's life after dinner.

Ch. 308Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Muen, Noa's younger sister, asks for help cutting her steak, which surprises Noa as Muen had been independent in such tasks.
  • Muen kisses Noa on the cheek, causing Noa to blush and Little Guang to feel uncomfortable.
  • Leon and Losweiser discuss Noa's friendship with Helena, expressing their support and understanding of Noa's choices.
  • Leon and Losweiser discuss Muen's unusual behavior at dinner.

Character Developments

  • Muen shows a sudden dependence on Noa, hinting at a possible change in her personality or intentions.
  • Noa is surprised but willing to help Muen, showing her sisterly love and patience.
  • Little Guang feels uncomfortable with Muen's behavior, suggesting she might be protective of Noa.
  • Leon and Losweiser display their understanding and respect for Noa's choices, showing growth in their parenting skills.

Significant Themes

  • Sisterly Bond: The chapter explores the complex dynamics of sisterly love and dependence, with Muen's actions challenging Noa's understanding of their relationship.
  • Parenting: Leon and Losweiser's conversation highlights their evolving understanding of their daughters' needs and their commitment to supporting Noa's choices.
  • Friendship: Noa's friendship with Helena is seen as a positive influence, emphasizing the importance of emotional support and understanding in relationships.

Character Interactions

  • Noa and Muen: Their interaction shows a shift in their dynamic, with Muen acting unusually dependent and Noa responding with care and surprise.
  • Leon and Losweiser: The couple's conversation demonstrates their mutual understanding, respect, and shared concern for Noa's well-being and happiness.
  • Little Guang and Noa: Little Guang's discomfort with Muen's behavior hints at a potential protective streak towards Noa.

Ch. 309Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Losweiser and Leon discuss their children, with Losweiser mentioning her sister's struggles.
  • Muen wakes up early to "guard the tower" and prevent Helena from spending too much time with Noa.
  • The four sisters play a game of blind man's buff ghost catching, with Noa as the first ghost.

Character Developments

  • Muen shows possessiveness over Noa, demonstrating her determination to keep her sister's affection.
  • Noa's actions in the game show her equal affection towards all her sisters, which Muen interprets as a threat to her bond with Noa.

Significant Themes

  • Sisterly affection and rivalry, particularly between Muen and Helena.
  • The balance of attention and care among the siblings, as discussed by Leon and Losweiser.

Character Interactions

  • Leon and Losweiser's playful banter and affectionate interactions.
  • Muen's competitive and possessive behavior towards Helena, highlighting her desire to maintain her special bond with Noa.
  • Noa's equal affection towards all her sisters, which Muen perceives as a threat to their bond.

Ch. 310Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again Chapter 310

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Noa and Helena play tag, with Noa evading Helena until Muen accidentally reveals her position, leading to Noa's capture.
  • The sisters spend the day playing various games, with Muen clinging to Noa most of the time.
  • After lunch, Muen naps, and Little Guang goes to the library. Noa and Helena lie in the garden, chatting about their families and futures.

Character Developments

  • Noa: Shows her protective and responsible nature towards her sisters and friends. She expresses her contentment in her current life and her desire to protect her family.
  • Helena: Reveals her envy of Noa's family life and her admiration for Noa's courage and sense of responsibility.
  • Muen: Demonstrates her affection towards Noa and her worry about losing Noa's attention with Helena's arrival.
  • Little Guang: Shows her love for her sisters and her understanding of their dynamics.

Significant Themes

  • Family and Belonging: The importance of family bonds and the role of each member within the family.
  • Responsibility and Courage: Noa's sense of responsibility towards her family and her courage in facing her duties.
  • Growth and Change: The changes in Noa's life as she grows older and the adjustments her family makes to accommodate these changes.

Character Interactions

  • Noa and Helena: The two friends share a close bond, confiding in each other about their thoughts and feelings. They express their admiration and envy of each other's lives.
  • Noa and Muen: Noa shows her love and affection towards Muen, while Muen seeks Noa's attention and reassurance.
  • Noa and Little Guang: The sisters share a sweet and loving bond, with Little Guang expressing her love and support for Noa.
  • Leon and Losweiser: The couple's loving relationship is mentioned, with Noa and Helena speculating about their dynamics.

Ch. 311Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again Chapter 311

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Muen decides to enroll in Saint Hiss Academy to spend more time with Noa.
  • She starts studying diligently for the entrance test.
  • Muen seeks Leon's tutoring help.
  • Leon and Losweiser are caught in a compromising position by their daughters.

Character Developments

  • Muen shows determination and initiative in pursuing her goal to be with Noa.
  • Leon and Losweiser's relationship deepens, displaying affection and playfulness.
  • Little Guang remains observant and perceptive, picking up on her parents' and sisters' actions.

Significant Themes

  • Family bonds and love (Muen's desire to be with Noa, Leon and Losweiser's affection for each other).
  • Personal growth and determination (Muen's decision to study hard and enroll in the academy).

Character Interactions

  • Muen and Leon: Muen seeks her father's help, showing trust and dependence on him.
  • Leon and Losweiser: The couple shares a tender moment, displaying their affection for each other.
  • Muen and Little Guang: The sisters interact, with Little Guang noticing Muen's sudden studiousness and supporting her.
  • Leon and Losweiser with their daughters: The couple is caught off guard by their daughters' arrival, leading to a humorous moment.

Ch. 312Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Little Guang and Muen express their desire to enroll in Saint Hiss Academy.
  • Leon remembers Noa's enrollment and the required parental assessment.
  • Losweiser reveals that the couple must retake the assessment due to the time gap since Noa's enrollment.
  • Leon and Losweiser decide to have an honest conversation over wine, using the "Truth or Drink" game.

Character Developments

  • Little Guang shows determination to study and grow as a useful dragon for the Silver Dragon Clan.
  • Leon reflects on his experiences tutoring Noa and his confidence in teaching Muen and Little Guang.
  • Leon and Losweiser's relationship deepens as they prepare for another honest conversation.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of family education and the impact of parental involvement on a child's learning.
  • The evolution of Leon and Losweiser's relationship, moving from initial tension to a deeper understanding and affection.
  • The use of "Truth or Drink" as a tool for honest communication and relationship building.

Character Interactions

  • Leon and Losweiser's playful banter and teasing, highlighting their growing affection and comfort with each other.
  • Leon's protective and nurturing nature towards his daughters, showing his dedication as a father.
  • Little Guang's determination and Muen's laid-back attitude, contrasting their approaches to learning and growth.

Ch. 313Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Leon and Losweiser have a playful conversation about love and relationships.
  • Leon tutors Muen and Little Guang, who make rapid progress in their studies.
  • Noa passes the entrance test for Saint Hiss Academy with the highest score.
  • The family plans to visit Ischa and take a family photo for the entrance test.

Character Developments

  • Leon becomes more comfortable with expressing his feelings and participating in family activities.
  • Losweiser shows a more playful and emotional side, especially when reminiscing about the past.
  • Muen and Little Guang demonstrate their close bond and competitive spirit in learning.
  • Noa shows her talent and dedication to her studies.

Significant Themes

  • Love and relationships: Leon and Losweiser's playful conversation explores their feelings for each other.
  • Family: The family's bond strengthens as they plan a visit to Ischa and a family photo.
  • Growth and development: Muen, Little Guang, and Noa's rapid progress in their studies and physical development.

Character Interactions

  • Leon and Losweiser's playful banter shows their growing comfort and affection for each other.
  • Leon's tutoring of Muen and Little Guang demonstrates his love and dedication to his daughters.
  • The family's discussion about visiting Ischa and taking a family photo highlights their closeness and shared excitement for the trip.

Ch. 314Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Leon and Losweiser discuss when their feelings for each other changed, with Leon attributing it to Constantine's invasion and Losweiser teasingly claiming it was when she "conquered" him.
  • They visit Ischa, where she playfully kisses her nieces, leaving lipstick marks, and expresses her desire for more children in the family.
  • Losweiser receives a wedding gift necklace from her grandmother, which she believes has anti-aging properties.

Character Developments

  • Leon and Losweiser's relationship deepens, with them sitting closely together, indicating a growing intimacy.
  • Ischa shows her playful and affectionate side with her nieces, and her desire for her sister and brother-in-law to have more children.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of family and familial love, as seen in the interactions between Losweiser, Ischa, and their nieces.
  • The changing dynamics of Leon and Losweiser's relationship, with their bond growing stronger.

Character Interactions

  • Leon and Losweiser's playful banter about who conquered whom, highlighting their growing closeness and mutual understanding.
  • Ischa's affectionate interactions with her nieces, showcasing her playful and loving nature.
  • The sisters' warm reunion, emphasizing the strong bond between Losweiser and Ischa.

Ch. 315Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Losweiser and Ischa discuss Leon's recent feat of killing six Dragon Kings and his relationship with Losweiser.
  • Losweiser invites Ischa to join their family photo for Muen and Little Guang's entrance test to Saint Hiss Academy.
  • Leon and Losweiser are led to a romantic guest room by Ischa, reminiscent of their first night together.

Character Developments

  • Leon shows embarrassment and shyness when discussing his feelings for Losweiser, contrasting with his usual bravado.
  • Losweiser demonstrates her playful and teasing side, especially when interacting with Leon.

Significant Themes

  • Love and Relationships: The chapter explores the dynamics of Leon and Losweiser's relationship, showing their intimacy and playfulness.
  • Family and Siblings: The importance of family is highlighted through Losweiser's invitation to Ischa for the family photo and their shared history.

Character Interactions

  • Leon and Losweiser: Their banter and teasing showcase their strong bond and comfort with each other.
  • Losweiser and Ischa: The sisters share a close relationship, with Ischa being supportive and involved in Losweiser's life.
  • Leon and Ischa: Ischa's playful pranks and teasing of Leon reflect their sibling-like relationship.

Ch. 316Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again

Key Plot Points and Events

  • A monstrous creature, Constantine, appears outside the Red Dragon Sanctuary, causing chaos and destruction.
  • Constantine is a fusion of many dangerous species, with the head of the Crimson Flame Dragon King, and no wings.
  • The Red Dragon Guards attempt to stop Constantine but fail, leading to Ischa and other princes taking charge.
  • Leon and the other two princes prepare to face Constantine, with Leon using Thousand Birds.

Character Developments

  • Leon shows concern for his family's safety and readiness to face Constantine.
  • Ischa demonstrates her leadership and combat skills as the Red Dragon Queen.
  • Constantine, now a monstrous fusion, exhibits immense power and ferocity.

Significant Themes

  • Resurrection and rebirth, with Constantine returning as a powerful, vengeful force.
  • The power of fusion and combination, seen in Constantine's body and the potential of Leon's Thousand Birds.
  • The struggle between the Empire and the dragons, with Constantine serving as a weapon against Leon.

Character Interactions

  • Leon, Ischa, and Losweiser work together to face Constantine, showing unity and cooperation.
  • Scott and Fel watch the battle from afar, revealing their involvement and knowledge of Constantine's resurrection.
  • The Red Dragon Guards and clan members interact, showing their loyalty and concern for their queen and the sanctuary.

Ch. 317Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again — Chapter 317

Key Plot Points

  • Constantine, now a monstrous stitched-together creature, attacks Leon, Losweiser, and Ischa.
  • Leon struggles to harm Constantine due to his immense defense.
  • Losweiser and Ischa prepare a linked technique, 'Galaxy Crimson Impact,' to deal with Constantine.

Character Developments

  • Leon shows concern for Losweiser's safety, revealing his affection for her.
  • Constantine, despite being a puppet, exhibits immense power and fearlessness.

Significant Themes

  • The cost of power: Constantine's immense strength comes at the cost of his free will.
  • Teamwork: Losweiser and Ischa's linked technique highlights the importance of cooperation.

Character Interactions

  • Leon and Losweiser's relationship deepens as he expresses worry for her safety.
  • Leon, Losweiser, and Ischa work together to combat Constantine, showcasing their teamwork.

Ch. 318Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The sisters and Constantine return to their human forms after the impact.
  • Constantine, now a stitched monster, attacks Leon with renewed ferocity.
  • Leon struggles to defeat Constantine due to its powerful defenses and regenerative abilities.
  • Losweiser reveals she can condense Primal Power, planning to use it against Constantine.
  • Leon and Ischa stall Constantine while Losweiser prepares her Primal Magic attack.

Character Developments

  • Leon faces a formidable opponent (Constantine) and experiences self-doubt for the first time.
  • Losweiser reveals she can condense Primal Power, showing growth in her magical abilities.
  • Scott, now working with the Empire, watches the battle and expresses confidence in Constantine.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle against overwhelming odds and the search for a solution.
  • The power of Primal Magic and its potential to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges.
  • The theme of revenge, as Constantine is driven by a single-minded desire to kill Leon.

Character Interactions

  • Leon and Ischa work together to stall Constantine, showcasing their teamwork and trust in each other.
  • Losweiser, Leon, and Ischa discuss strategies and support each other's plans.
  • Scott and Fael observe the battle, expressing differing views on the outcome.

Ch. 319Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Again

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Losweiser successfully condenses Primal Power and attacks Constantine, but he escapes using Bligh's Heart-protecting Dragon Scale's spatial magic.
  • Leon reveals he can detonate Constantine's Dragon Scale, destroying him and ending the crisis.
  • Leon kicks Constantine's head away, declaring the battle over.

Character Developments

  • Losweiser shows immense growth in her ability to condense Primal Power.
  • Leon demonstrates his strategic thinking and resourcefulness, saving his most powerful move for the right moment.
  • Ischa shows curiosity and intelligence, questioning Leon's ability to detonate Constantine's Dragon Scale.

Significant Themes

  • The power of Primal Power and its suppression effect on dragons.
  • The strategic use of resources and abilities in battle.
  • The importance of understanding one's enemy and their abilities.

Character Interactions

  • Losweiser and Leon work together as a team, with Losweiser supporting Leon and showing concern for his well-being.
  • Leon and Losweiser use internal voice chat to discuss how to handle Ischa's questions.
  • Ischa shows curiosity and intelligence, questioning Leon's abilities, while Losweiser tries to distract her.

Ch. 320Shut Up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Have Children with You Anymore

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Ischa questions Leon about detonating Constantine's Dragon Scale.
  • Leon fabricates a story about a mysterious organization collecting Dragon Scales.
  • Ischa believes Leon's story, but remains suspicious.
  • The family plans to go to Sky City together for photos after Ischa finishes post-war work.
  • Constantine's head is stolen by a fast, iron-blue-winged Dragon, suspected to be the Ironwing Dragon King, Fael.

Character Developments

  • Leon demonstrates quick thinking and deception skills, fabricating a story to mislead Ischa.
  • Ischa shows intelligence and suspicion, though she doesn't press Leon further.
  • The Melkwy family (Leon, Losweiser, and their daughters) display unity and support for each other.

Significant Themes

  • Deception and truth: Leon deceives Ischa, while Ischa keeps her suspicions to herself.
  • Family unity: The Melkwy family prioritizes being together and supporting each other.
  • Suspicion and trust: Ischa is suspicious of Leon's story, but doesn't press him, maintaining a delicate balance of trust.

Character Interactions

  • Leon and Losweiser secretly communicate, supporting each other's lies.
  • Ischa and Leon engage in a conversation where Ischa believes Leon's story but remains suspicious.
  • The Melkwy family discusses their plans to go to Sky City together, showing unity and understanding.
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