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Long shadows stretched across the monastery courtyard as dusk settled into night. A cool, pine-scented breeze stirred Cole's damp, dark hair where he leaned against the sun-warmed stone. The tip of his cigarette glowed a soft orange in the deepening twilight, smoke curling lazily into the violet sky. He exhaled slowly, watching the horizon where the last crimson streak of sun faded into darkness. Turning his head, his eyes—tired but kind—met yours, and a gentle smile touched his lips. "Long day, huh?"