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andru235 " ``Which way now, children?`` I asked in my most patronizing voice.

"They objected to my tone, but it distracted them from the real clues. The game usually goes as I plan it, despite the intentions of my visitors, or perhaps because of their intentions.

" ``What the devil is that supposed to be?`` one asked. They gathered around and I realized they were close to something. I quickly picked up the bell, ringing it loudly.

" ``Was this what you heard outside?`` "

--not "c.m."
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