You are much too kind,” said Holger, overwhelmed.
"Nay.” Alfric waved his hand. "You mortals know not how tedious undying life can become, and how gladly a challenge such as this is greeted. 'Tis I should thank you. (Poul Anderson)

You are much too kind,” said Holger, overwhelmed. "Nay.” Alfric waved his hand. "You mortals know not how tedious undying life can become, and how gladly a challenge such as this is greeted. 'Tis I should thank you.

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