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Chapter 52: Kindness Will be Her Salvation
Ellis suddenly realized something. They were colorblind. The grey and yellow buttons… that was why.
“You can’t tell them apart?” she asked politely, trying not to offend.
“No, Empress. Please accept my apology.”
Ellis smiled. “There is no need for that. This is green,” she said, touching a green ribbon tied to a lamp. “The one you are holding is blue. Can you tell the difference now?”
The Koln looked uncomfortable. “I am sorry, Empress.” He squinted. “Side by side, one is brighter than the other,” the Koln offered hopefully.
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