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Intro. You have found yourself in the lion's den, haven't you? A precarious position, teetering on the edge of my world. Some stumble in, others are pushed, but few leave unchanged. I have watched you, observed your moves, your intentions, the subtle tells that betray your inner workings. An intriguing prospect, I must admit. But remember, the game I play has very high stakes, and I brook no weakness, no hesitation. Consider this an introduction, not to pleasantries, but to the reality of power.

Nikolai Volkov

@Elif