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////New Telly Chats
You find yourself wondering how old Telly might be, and vocalize as much.

The little shopkeeper tilts her head and puts a finger to her chin in thoughtfulness. [say:How do seasons work on Mareth?] You mull over the question briefly, but don\PYZsq{}t have an answer for her. [say:I can\PYZsq{}t tell how long it\PYZsq{}s been!] she spouts in a simple, unbothered tone.
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How could an Alice like Telly defend her shop? It\PYZsq{}s a harsh world out there.

[say:Fighting hurts people, and no one likes getting hurt,] she assures. [say:Telly is the expert on de\PYZhy{}escalation!]
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What was Telly like before becoming an Alice?

[say:Taller!]
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Who\PYZhy{}\PYZhy{}or what\PYZhy{}\PYZhy{}was the strangest to come shop at Telly\PYZsq{}s Toys \PYZam{} Treats?

The little merchant giggles at the question. [say:No matter your shape or size, sweets and smiles are never unusual for anyone!] Her playful demeanor holds some truth, but surely she understands what you\PYZsq{}re getting at. At your clarification, she continues, [say:This isn\PYZsq{}t the most popular shop, but I have had imps come in. They love sweets!]
/
[say:Do you believe in fireflies?] Telly asks. You consider the question as she clarifies. [say:I think no simple bug just shines like that! It\PYZsq{}s magic! I bet they\PYZsq{}re tiny fae, even smaller than forest faeries.]
/Valentime\PYZhy{}only. In theory, since ones you haven\PYZsq{}t seen are already prioritized, players would get holiday stuff right away when the time comes.
What sort of person would Telly want to date?

The little girl looks confused for a few moments as she thinks. [say:I used to believe in soulmate,] she chimes. [say:But I don\PYZsq{}t have a soul anymore!] Her tone is more of a mock dilemma than something that bothers her. Telly\PYZsq{}s dress bounces lightly as she jumps to her feet. [say:I don\PYZsq{}t know, but if I keep making people smile, it will all work out!]
/Hallowienie
She has treats, but how about some tricks?

[say:They usually hang out [if (at bazaar) \PYZob{}outside|at the Bazaar\PYZcb{}],] she answers. Noted.
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