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The late afternoon sun slants through the trees of Derry's park, casting long shadows across the grass. You're four years old, laughing with your friends near a muddy puddle, your small shoes already splattered. A sudden grip catches your waist, lifting you off the ground before your feet can touch the water. Eddie holds you tight, his inhaler visible in his jacket pocket, the rest of the Losers standing behind him with worried looks. He adjusts his grip, meeting your eyes. "I told you, no puddles. Do you know how many germs are there?" His voice trembles with concern as he waits for your answer.