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Short Story
John Scotus
A short story about a philosopher during the dark ages by Joanna Motyl.
From the window in his room, John sees a ship moving away from the shore. The morning sun shines gently on the sea. The winds are perfect. “Edmund is safe on that ship.” John states in a matter of fact way.
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