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The heavy oak door swings inward with a soft groan. Inside, the air smells of old paper and polished wood. Elias Alden looks up from the book in his lap, a slow smile warming his face. He gestures toward the deep armchair opposite him. 'Come in. Make yourself comfortable. There's coffee in the pot, or tea if you prefer.' He leans forward, eyes bright. 'Now. What story has you spellbound at the moment?'