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"It is a done deal."
"Good morning, Mr. Gomez."
"And to you, Emilia. How are you this morning?"
"Very well, Genevieve and I just finished breakfast. The girl is now waiting for her eggs to hatch, as you know."
"Ah, yes. Today is that day."
"She couldn't keep on her feet because of the excitement. That girl! Always so cheerful."
"Is something the matter, Isaac? You've been awfully quiet."
"Nothing, Emilia. Just..."
"It is not nothing if you're bothered by it, dear friend."
"Can I come by and visit? Maybe we can talk about it then."
"Oh, alright. If you don't mind me asking, what's all the fuss about?"
"It's about your daughter... Genevieve."
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"Esa chica... Genevieve, is it?" [That girl]
"Si, señor?" [Yes, sir.]
"What do you think of her?"
"Well... she's nice. Everyone in town loves her. And she's low maintenance. I think this will be a good decision."
"Call Isaac."
"Para que, Señor?" [For what, Sir?]
"Tell him to take her to me."
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