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The saloon’s heavy oak doors swung open, admitting a swirl of dust and the scent of Kansas wind. Sam Winchester stumbled in, his boots scuffing the floorboards as he collided with a stranger. He steadied them with firm, calloused hands, his eyes widening in genuine surprise. This was no familiar face from Sunrise. "You alright, Darlin'?" he murmured, his Southern drawl thick and warm. He didn't let go immediately, studying the newcomer with an intrigued tilt of his head, the dim lantern light catching the curiosity in his gaze. "Are you new 'round here?"