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... t clan trying desperately to maintain appearances.

The main courtyard was still meticulously swept, but I could see patches where expensive stone tiles had been replaced with cheaper alternatives. The decorative plants were well-tended but sparse, probably sold off one by one as finances dwindled. Even the wooden pillars supporting the entrance showed signs of careful repair rather than proper replacement.

It was like looking at a proud old warrior trying to maintain his dignity ...

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