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	Dubloon Disaster Look, kid, in our profession, there is no such thing as talent, only patience. by carrieantonia
	The Hardships of Faeries "Illusen... I really don't mean to bother you. I know you're busy trying to make everything tidy again, but I really do need your help." Illusen turned around to see a young Bruce with a tear slowly sliding down his cheek. by alex_bubbly
	The Sorceress's Rising "Very well, Xandra. From hearing your story, I can only guess that you have some magical abilities. Now, if we could only teach you how to control them..." Also by princesspesa98 :) by erroro
	Remarkable Ellis, Rhombus, and I were wandering aimlessly through Shenkuu. Though the city is breathtaking and idyllic, it's huge. We were lost. by virtuosoe
	The Lotus Blooms Twice What a peaceful day this was. by kiki587695
	A Day in the Life of a Larnikin Soldier Oh, man. Dragged out of bed to fight blue pests, and I'm still half asleep. by 1335512
	Lenny Conundrum Land I shut my eyes... ...and opened them again to find myself in an endless grassy meadow by myself. Where was the Lenny? by secant
	Floating is the First Step Lying in the water, watching the sky... It calms me—until my little sister does what she does best and ruins the moment. by vortex_paula2
	Box of Leftover Muffins The minutes ticked slowly by on the kitchen wall clock. It seemed that the timer would never go off... by animallover199428
	Sophie's Cousin versus The Neopian Times "Is it safe to write about Sophie? You know how dangerous her wrath can be." by a_greenparrot

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"Floating is the First Step" by vortex_paula2
"You stop that right now or I'll drop you in the water," I threaten her as convincingly as I can, narrowing my turquoise eyes. This is enough for her to stop struggling, but she continues to blubber like a baby. "I- I- you can't- I want... Waaaah!!!" Nothing attracts more attention than a crying Neopet, and sure enough, strangers on the beach are quick to give us funny looks. "Fine," I sigh...

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