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Valin watched the young hobbit for some time, and was surprised that such a small person could show him that there was a place in the world where happiness could still thrive. He himeself had always led a hard life, and yet here was achild living a quite joyous one. Soon he found himself laughing out loud, and the young hobbit staring at him.
"Oh, the ale must be getting to my head, excuse me."
Valin quickly left the table feeling a little embarressed and ordered more ale.
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