[HP Translation] Ginny's Punishment

This time, Ginny had to meet Snape on his own turf - Hogwarts.

She was quite relaxed when she received her NEWT report card and feedback from the Medicine Entrance Test.She passed both exams with high marks.

Of course, she was personally tutored by an educational madman, and she didn't think she would get a lower grade.

Ginny was still rather happy that she didn't have to go to Hogwarts for her final year.She didn't feel like a student anymore.She had grown up a lot that summer, and she was sure school would be boring.

Also, it would be awkward to go to school with the principal's child.This is what the media frenzy has been waiting for.

Luckily, Ginny wasn't pregnant yet, so she walked to the castle with ease.When she entered the castle, she was greeted warmly by many old professors.

On the way to the headmaster's office, she met Professor McGonagall, who gave her a big hug.

"It's good to see you again, Genevieve. How is your family?" she asked.

"They're all fine. Fred and George are both getting married around Christmas and Bill and Fleur's first child is due in a week."

"That's fantastic news! How's your dear dad? I know he's been struggling since your mom died."

In fact, for about two weeks, Arthur Weasley and Luna Lovegood made out every night.She's glad he's finally found out that Luna loves him with all her heart, but she doesn't think Professor McGonagall will understand just yet.

"He's fine. He got a promotion last week and is now the head of the office. I'd say he's pretty happy about it."

"And you, dear child? What brought you to the castle?" asked Meg.

Ginny didn't like the way she looked at her.It's like she knows all of her secrets.

"I found out today that I passed my NEWTs and Entrance Medicine exams. I will be starting training this autumn, so me and the headteacher have decided to talk about my leaving."

"That's really good news, Genevieve. Of course, I'm sad that you're not finishing your final year here, but I understand. I never told you, but the day you went into detention with Severus I was devastated for months. There were really horrible rumors about what he did to you in lockdown. It made my stomach twitch. It was nice to know you were safe with him."

Ginny was sure she blushed when her old headmaster said the rumors she'd heard might not be true.When she opens up about her pregnancy, there is no doubt that the truth will come out.

"His first goal was always to keep me safe, Professor."

"Oh, please, call me Minerva. Stop talking about teaching nonsense."

Ginny smiled.

"I'll try to remember, Minerva. Sorry to seem rude, but I really need to go to the headmaster's office."

"Of course, dear. Just remember, if you need to talk to someone, I'm always there."

Ginny gave her former headmaster a hug.

"I will remember."

After saying goodbye, Ginny ran the rest of the way to the principal's office.

She climbed the stairs and stepped over the threshold.

Snape was sitting at his desk writing when she appeared.Dumbledore's portrait moved to a different location.Closer to the ceiling of the office, join the circle of principals around the ceiling.

"It's good to see you again, Ginny. I hope all is well," said Dumbledore from the wall.

Ginny waved.

"Yes, Professor Dumbledore. Despite the circumstances, I have been fine."

"awesome!"

Before Dumbledore could say anything, however, Snape interrupted the conversation.

"You can catch up with Miss Weasley at another time. Now, we have important things to discuss."

Ginny was actually rather pleased that Snape interrupted the conversation.As much as she loved Dumbledore, she didn't know how long she could stand without knowing what Snape wanted to talk about.It was driving her crazy.

"Of course, Severus. I'm sorry. See you next time, Ginny, then."

Ginny said a quick goodbye to the Headmaster, and followed Snape into his private rooms.

He led her through his private office and bedroom into a very comfortable room with two large armchairs and a fireplace.

Snape held out his hand to the chair, and Ginny sat down happily.

Snape sat down across from her.They have tea, biscuits and sandwiches in front of them.

Without shyness, Ginny filled a small plate with pastries and poured tea for herself and Snape.

Snape just sat in the chair, watching Ginny eat her sandwich.

Ginny didn't care if he was watching.She had been with him in more uncomfortable circumstances.

"How's your pregnancy so far? Are you feeling sick?" he finally asked.

Ginny shook her head, swallowing a biscuit at the same time.

"Weirdly, I've been asymptomatic. The only thing that has changed is my diet. I'm probably eating twice my body weight now."

She could have sworn Snape's mouth was twisted slightly, but she was sure it was just her imagination.

"I know you're wondering why I asked you to come today. I want to talk to you about my intentions. It's been a pretty tough decision for me to ask you to keep our baby. Respond in the affirmative to keep the baby , I also had to make a decision to face some demons that I had avoided for over 20 years."

Ginny stopped eating and looked at Snape.She was sure her ear was broken.

"Whether Potter told you or not, I have a very... terrible family environment. Because of this, I can't trust anyone, which means that the people I love the most are also the people I hurt the most and push away the most."

Snape stood up, unable to face her again.He walked to the fireplace and bent over the flames.

Ginny could only watch him, the food in front of her forgotten.

"Since you came into my life last year, you have challenged my destiny. When I thought no one would try to give me comfort, you gave me. When I believed that I would never lust for another woman When I wanted you. When I thought no one would ever be loyal to me again, you stayed true to me. When I thought I was going to die in a hut, in my own blood, you gave me Life. You gave life to my blood when I thought it would never last."

Snape stopped and tapped the fireplace with his slender fingers.

Ginny couldn't move.She was terrified that if she moved, he would stop talking.

"I had to realize that my destiny had changed. The path I thought I was destined to walk no longer existed. I could keep trying and give myself a life that no longer mattered, or I could follow my path. A new path in life. This kid was a signal that I needed to stop fighting and start accepting."

Snape turned and faced Ginny again, his eyes soft, almost tender.

"Our previous relationship was not suitable. However, I think we can have a better one - if you give me permission to propose to you."

Ginny just watched him.

She does dream about this moment.There was no way Severus Snape would propose to her.After all they had been through, after all the grief and heartache and tears...she couldn't believe it.

"You're only doing it for the kids, aren't you?" Ginny asked.

Snape shook his head.

"Kids are just a sign, but not why I want to propose to you. I've known you for a year and I must admit, I really enjoy your company. I think we have a good chance to be a good couple Mate. I'm just asking you to give me one last chance. Of course, after everything I've done to you, you don't have to say yes."

Ginny suddenly felt a terrible headache.

She put her hands on her head and closed her eyes.

"I...I need a few days to think about it," Ginny said softly.

Ginny could see the disappointment in his eyes, but it disappeared instantly.

"Of course—it's a bit much for you to accept at once."

In Ginny's opinion, that's an understatement for that damn year.

Ginny barely remembered to say goodbye, and went home via the Floo.She went through very mixed feelings.Now, the focus is on her marriage proposal.

Snape wanted to try to have a relationship with her.

And now—now she wasn't sure if that was what she wanted.

Chapter 16 No.16 Confessions and Happily Ever Afters

Ginny was staring out the window of Grimmauld Place, watching her father and Luna fix something Muggles called a TV.Ginny didn't know what the fuss was about with that blank box, but it felt good to see her father smiling again.

If only Ginny could be a little more ridiculous.No wonder she was so sad.Snape finally admitted that he wanted to be with her.

Even better, she talks to Remus about her conversation with Snape and he tells her that as much as he wants to be with her, if being with Snape makes her happy then she should go to him .

Things were going so well for her, Ginny should have been ecstatic.

However, she couldn't bring herself to owl Snape, telling him she wanted to be with him.

After his confession, there seemed to be too many doubts emerging, and now, she didn't know what to do.

What if he turned into a control freak again?What if he was playing with her heart again?What if he's only with her because she's pregnant, just to get the baby and get away?

Scarier even than these possibilities - what if he didn't love her and he proposed to her just so the child could have a family?

This frightened Ginny the most.There was no denying that she loved this man with a morbid obsession.But it hurt her heart to think that he only wanted to be with her because she was pregnant with his child and nothing else.

On the one hand, she wants to believe that he really wants to develop a substantive relationship with her.After all, when this man brought her back to his home, he showed a completely different side.However, there is more evidence that he is a jerk.

Ginny rubbed the glass with her fingers, thinking wildly.

Suddenly, she saw an owl flying towards her window in the distance.

She recognized it as Snape's owl.

Biting her lip, Ginny opened the window.

The owl delivered a large brown package with a note tied around his leg.

Ginny's hands were shaking so badly that it took her a while to manage to unwrap the package.

Owl isn't waiting for a treat.As soon as the thing was undone, it immediately flew away.

Ginny stared at the package and the parchment on it.

She took a deep breath and opened the parchment.

Ginny,

For most of my life, I never became the person I wanted to be.I've never felt completely free - not since I made that mistake when I was 17.No one ever had all of me, not even those I loved dearly.Those few weeks without you made me more aware that I don't want to be without you again.During the months you were in my house, you accepted me for who I was.For the first time in my life, you made me happy being myself.You offered me an oasis of life when the war was over.You offered me a life where I could radiate love - where I could cry and never have to lie again.This is an opportunity for me to finally let someone fully into my life.completely.

But I can be a fool sometimes, too scared to take it, and I push you away.I realize now that in that relationship, you gave me your body and your soul.I never gave that to you - not even when I proposed to you.Even when I try to be genuine with you, I'm still selfish and don't open my soul to you and let you in.I realize that I am asking you to give me your body and soul again - but this time, I cannot ask without doing the same.I'm giving you myself, Ginny - body and soul.I open myself to you now because you are the only one I can trust with all my heart.I've never been good at expressing love.Even if I told you—I'm sure you wouldn't believe me.Then, I will show you the love I have always kept in my heart for you.

SS

Ginny stared at the words in front of her.It was probably the best thing she had ever read in her life.

She put the parchment on the bed and picked up the package.She tore open the brown paper wrapper and was surprised to see a Pensieve in her hand.

In Merlin's name, Ginny has no idea why he sent her a Pensieve.What memory did he have to show her?

She looked down at the surging memories inside, and images of different stages of her life floated up.

She knew that what was in the Pensieve was important, and she had to see it.

Ginny went back to bed, crossed her legs, and placed the Pensieve between her legs.

Taking a deep breath, she slipped a finger inside, immersing herself in Snape's memory.

B~*B~*B~*B~*

"Please don't make me too late."

As Snape walked into the bathroom, through the entrance to the Chamber of Secrets, he ignored the weeping ghost who tried to speak to him.

He walked down a long, dark corridor and soon found himself in the main room.

Harry stood there, holding his injured arm across his chest, staring down at the pale 11-year-old body.

Headmaster Dumbledore put his hand on Harry's shoulder and gently coaxed him out of the Chamber of Secrets.

Madam Pomfrey was examining the 11-year-old's body with her wand.

Madam Pomfrey saw him first.Snape glared at Harry, then immediately walked over to eleven-year-old Ginny.

"Severus - thank goodness you're here. Can you test her for the Dark Arts? I don't know much about that type of test, and I need to see Mr. Potter right away."

Anger nearly gnawed at Snape's body.

Look at Potter?To me, he looked like hell.What you should worry about is this girl, she almost died!It's okay, I can heal her myself, you useless witch.

"Of course, Madam Pomfrey," he said simply.

B~*B~*B~*B~*

Snape was standing by the hospital bed.It's pretty dark here, with only light from the moon.He looked down at Ginny, 11, and took her hand.He felt very guilty.

I should have seen it.I should have seen the signs.

"Please don't blame yourself for this unfortunate accident, Severus."

Dumbledore was behind him, but he didn't turn around.

"I know what it's like to be destroyed by him, Albus. I should have known it was happening to her."

"You can't change the past, Severus. I'm afraid Tom has ruined her soul. But there is still hope for her. With love, kindness, and attention, she will become a fine human being."

Snape rubbed Ginny's hand with his thumb.

"I cannot give her love and kindness, Albus. I don't think I will ever give her that."

"Ah, but you can give her attention. I have no doubt that her family will give her all the love she needs. I also have no doubt that the students here will treat her with great kindness. However, she is controlled The original reason was that no one was paying attention to her. You can give her attention, Severus. I have no doubt that you can at least treat her politely," said Albus.

Snape put down the hand of eleven-year-old Ginny and walked out of the small room, ignoring Dumbledore.

She at least deserves my courtesy to her.I should have been a better professor and saved her from the year she spent with him.

B~*B~*B~*B~*

Snape was sitting at a table, grading a dreaded paper.He looked up to see 12-year-old Ginny staring down at a blank piece of parchment.

He felt a pang of irritation at the sight.

He stood up and walked to her table.

She looked up at him, contemptuous and sad.

"Miss Weasley, what am I asking you to do?"

He could see her twisting her skirt.

"Write down why I'm scared of my Boggart."

"Then why don't you do it?" he asked with sarcastic concern.

"You fucking know why I'm scared of my Boggarts. Why do I have to write it down? Or do you want me to just write it down so you can laugh at how little Weasley is stupid enough to be written in a damn book Playing around," snapped 12-year-old Ginny.

"Will you tell me?"

Ginny, 12, rolled her eyes and crossed her arms.

"Why should I tell you what happened to me?" she defiantly.

"Because I'm the only one who wants to know, Weasley. Yes, I'll have the information, and yes, I might use it to hurt you. But what if I tell anyone else? Even if I tell someone else, Who's going to believe you ever told me anything? You can't keep inside what Tom Riddle did to you like that. If you did that, you'd become like me."

Snape desperately wanted her to talk about the Chamber of Secrets.He knew her family didn't want to talk about it, just pretend it never happened.Her friends were either too new or too busy to listen to what she had to say.She has no one to talk to.

Ginny watched him, wondering if she wanted to talk to him.Snape was watching her too, his heart beating nervously in his chest.

Eventually, she dropped her shoulders.

"Okay, I'll talk."

Snape nodded, pulled up a chair and sat down.Ginny began to speak.

Once she started, she couldn't stop.She told him everything.

When everything was said and there was nothing to say, Ginny stopped.Her cheeks were wet with tears and flushed.

Snape had been shocked, even more guilty than ever.She shouldn't have been through this.But, as Albus said, that was the end of the matter.

Strangely, Snape felt an affinity for her that he hadn't expected to find in anyone else.She was one of the few who knew what he felt like inside her.She was one of the few who didn't want it and was afraid of it.

All he could do was put a hand on her shoulder and let her see understanding in his eyes.

Ginny smiled at him, her whole face brightening.

Snape felt his heart skip a beat at the smile.Immediately he removed his hand, and drew a handkerchief from under his cloak.

Ginny took it and wiped her eyes with it.

"It's almost curfew. You should go to bed," he said.

Ginny just nodded and stood up.

Snape stood up too, watching her pack her things.

When she was finally packed, she turned to face him again.

Without warning, she put her arms around his waist and hugged him tightly.

"Thank you, Professor," she whispered through his clothes.Then, she stood on tiptoe and pecked his cheek chastely.

Snape couldn't believe what was happening.He could feel a blush on his normally pale face.

Ginny let go of him, smiled sweetly at him, and turned to leave the classroom.

Snape watched her departing form.When he was sure she was gone, he put his hands on his face and smiled.

B~*B~*B~*B~*

Snape really didn't understand why Albus insisted on him going to the bloody Yule Ball.The students didn't want him there because of his bad temper, the other professors didn't want him there, and he was sure he didn't want to be there either.

The last thing he wanted to do was spend his evenings chasing away students making out in the garden.

The only good thing about the night was that he didn't have to deal with the troublesome first through third graders, because few of them were invited to the prom by the seniors.

There were only a few - Ginny Weasley was one of them, she was Neville Longbottom's dance partner.

Thinking of the two of them together, Snape's brow deepened.She could really find someone better than that bumbling fool.He knew about her teenage crush on Potter.In fact, it was widely believed by staff and students that she was hopelessly in love with the boy.Just because the boy won't notice her doesn't mean she has to go after Longbottom.Anyway, both of them suck.

Snape deftly ignored the Weasley twins stouting punch bowls.He thought they might have figured out how to step over the spell around the punch bowl, and maybe learn a lesson.Then he'll need some new spirits to get through the night.

Other students enter the ballroom.Triwizard Tournament players will enter last.

Snape looked towards the door, surprised to see the students so completely new for this formal banquet.

However, he was not prepared to see Ginny Weasley holding Neville Longbottom's arm.

If Snape was inappropriate, he would have opened his mouth at the sight of her.

Ginny was wearing a forest green silk dress.It had no straps, so her white, freckled shoulders were exposed.The dress fit her figure perfectly, showing everyone in the room how well she's grown.

Her hair was elegantly pulled into a bun, with just a few strands falling next to her heart-shaped face.

Her whole face is glowing and she looks absolutely radiant.

Snape could only watch as Longbottom led her proudly into the ballroom.Seeing her made his heart beat like it hadn't in a long time.For the first time in his life, he felt attracted to a student.That's pretty scary and disgusting.She's only thirteen -- she doesn't need any vague feelings for her from an ugly old man like him.

Loathing himself, Snape left his position to discipline the two Weasley twins who had cast a spell on the curtain.

Later that night, as he stood by the window with his arms folded, in the midst of the dance, Ginny Weasley suddenly appeared beside him.

"Can you dance with me, Professor?" she called over the music.

Snape was surprised.He hadn't spoken to her in private since the day she'd talked to him about the Chamber of Secrets.Hell, he's sure since then, he doesn't exist for her anymore.

He wanted to say no, but the way she looked at him with twinkling brown eyes and her freckled, rosy cheeks made it impossible for him to say no.

"I am honored, Miss Weasley."

Ginny almost lunged at him, grabbed his arm, and dragged him to the dance floor.As soon as they reach the dance floor, the music changes to a slow song.

Snape wrapped his arms around her waist, his heart beating wildly.She felt so fucking good against him.

Ginny looked happy to dance such an intimate dance.The way she smiled at him melted his cold heart.He is captivated, he is hopelessly attracted to her.

That night, when the dance was over, all he could do was pace the bedroom.His feelings for her were wrong.However, he couldn't stop them from emerging.

Thank goodness he's the only one who knows how he started feeling for her.Maybe it will fade with time - at least, he hopes so.

B~*B~*B~*B~*

Snape hated teenagers so much!They often have silly ideas in their heads that they can't beat.

What the dumb students don't realize is that when they decide to follow the illogical Harry Potter to the Department of Mysteries, they're fighting dark wizards who won't hesitate to kill them - especially those who aren't purebloods.

He was sure he had saved no fewer than ten students, but he couldn't protect them all.After all, he cannot show whom he is loyal to.If so, the Dark Lord would place his head on a silver platter.

Snape walked across the corridor, trying to avoid the flying spells.He wore Death Eater robes and knew he was the target of many missed spells.

When he reached the end of the corridor, what he saw made his blood run cold.

Ginny Weasley was on her knees, looking defiantly at Lucius Malfoy through her hair.

Lucius pointed his wand at her, a sullen smirk on his face.

"Fate seems to agree that you must grovel in the presence of superiors."

"Fuck you, Malfoy." Ginny spat at him.

Lucius sneered.

"Pay attention to the language, Miss Weasley. It's all right, for you, I will give you a fate worth more than death. I hope Potter has trained you in the art of pleasing men."

Snape felt his blood boil with anger.

Without thinking, he cast the most deadly spell on Lucius.

Lucius fell to the ground, unconscious.

Snape could hear the commotion behind him and knew that before long the empty room behind him would be filled with more people.

He entered the room.

Ginny fumbled for her wand on her stomach.

Snape silently summoned it into his hand, grabbing her arm at the same time.

He needs to get her out of here.Lucius wanted her as a bedmate, and Bella Lestledge wanted her dead.If she stayed any longer, she was not going to escape the battle unscathed anyway.

Ginny fought back, kicking him hard.

Snape, used to the pain, didn't even blink.He cast a spell on her silently.

He dragged her up a few steps and stopped in the middle.Once he was sure he was out of view, he took out his wand and bound her with a rope.

When he was sure she couldn't move, he took off the mask.

Ginny's silent spell stopped when she saw his face.

Snape ignored her and quickly used the mask to create a portkey.He had taken a great risk to let her see what he looked like under his mask, but he had nothing to use as a portkey.

He places the mask and her wand in the rope that binds her, and activates it.

The last thing he saw was her disappearing with a puzzled look on her face.

When the Battle of the Department of Mysteries was over and Snape reported what had happened to Dumbledore in Grimmauld Place, he made his way wearily to his bedroom.

What he hadn't expected was that Ginny Weasley was waiting for him at the entrance to his private chambers.

Seeing him, she turned immediately.

Snape walked towards her, stopping only a few meters away from her.

Ginny bit her lip, but put her hand behind her back and returned the mask to him.

Snape took the mask from her, and looked at her curiously.

She looked down at the ground, unable to meet his intense gaze.

"Thank you for saving me tonight, Professor," she said softly.

Snape watched her hurry out of the dungeon.

Snape watched her go, wondering how long she had been waiting for him to return his mask.

Ginny returning his mask made him realize that despite seeing him as a Death Eater, she still considered him a valuable member of the Order.

Trying to ignore the warmth running through his body at the thought, Snape walked into the room to get some much-needed rest.

B~*B~*B~*B~*

This may be the most beautiful scene he has ever seen.

Ginny Weasley stood in front of a large window in the corridor between his office and the Great Hall.She was wearing a thin, shabby robe, her fair skin gleaming with the moonlight shining through the window.

Snape felt his pants tighten.

She knew she was taking a big risk standing there like that.Doesn't she know what an alluring picture she offers?

Ginny had grown faster than most of the girls in her class, and already had the curvy body of a woman.It took all his self-control not to think about how sexy she was.Snape was already the bastard who killed Dumbledore, he really didn't need another satyr.

He walked up behind her and gently asked her what she was doing outside the common room.

Snape put up with weak excuses.Deep down, they both knew the real reason she was violating the curfew — not a breath of fresh air.

He clings to her body, on the one hand he wants her to run away, on the other hand he wants her to stay.

"Last chance, Weasley - go back to your room, drink a sleep potion, and get some sleep," he whispered in her ear, placing a hand on her hip.

At the moment, Snape was sure that Ginny could feel his desire through his pants, could feel his desire for her in the air.

He was sure it would disgust her and she would run away.

He hadn't expected to hear what she had to say.

"It's a risk I'm willing to take."

Something inside Snape broke.

He let out a growl.She was admitting that she wanted him the way he wanted her.After everything he's been through, he can't let her go now.

"Okay then," he said softly.

Minutes later, deep inside her, he realized through the fog of desire that he possessed her virginity.

Snape suddenly felt a very raw emotion.He was the first man who entered her - he was the one who made her a woman.

It took all of Snape's will not to start moving inside her.He needs to give her time to adjust.

Finally, after what seemed like a long time, she met him backwards.

Snape wasted no time rushing into her, sucking on the bliss that only her body could give him.

B~*B~*B~*B~*

"I need her back, Albus. I thought I could be alone, but I can't - can't be without her," said Snape, pacing the office.

A few hours later, only a few students returning to Hogwarts from winter break were eating dinner.Snape knew Ginny wouldn't be there, after what had happened between the Dark Lord and the Order of the Phoenix, she wouldn't be.

He felt so stupid for arguing with her before she left.He had humiliated her in front of the Dark Lord, and she had every right to be angry.She has the right to want to leave him.He doesn't want her to go, but he's not one to force people to stay with him.

"I know it's stressful for you, Severus. But I'm afraid you'll end this journey alone."

Snape stopped by the table and ran his hands through his hair.

He knew Albus was right, and he would see the rest of the war alone.

But he doesn't want that.During the few months she had Ginny, she had given him some of his happiest moments despite the stress she had given him.

She enriched his life like never before.It was his selfish nature to need all of Ginny's affections that drove her to leave in the end.He should just leave and leave her with Potter.

Snape decided to skip dinner and go straight to bed after making sure all the students were asleep.

He was quite surprised when he woke up to find a body next to him.

Words couldn't describe his joy when he turned and saw Ginny looking as hopeless as he felt.

He pulled her into his arms and kissed her.

He started having sex with her, and the vigilance in his heart began to fade.Instinct told him that Ginny would be taken away by members of the Order of the Phoenix.

He finishes the foreplay in a hurry, knowing it doesn't really need it.After all, he had trained her body well.

Soon he was inside her, marveling at the way her body embraced him.

Ginny was there in no time, lapping with each wave that engulfed her body.

Snape buried his head in her neck and began to move inside her.

It wasn't long before she clamped him again and he arrived too.

His heart tensed even more as he lay on top of her.

"Here they come," he whispered in her ear.

Ginny said nothing.She let him go and slid off the bed.

Snape let her go, his heart heavy with grief.

He watched her get dressed.

She finally looked up at him, cheeks wet with tears.

"You're right...I'm your instrument," she said softly.

Seeing her sad eyes, Snape knew he was in love.

This is not surprising at all.He struggled with this feeling for years.

He got out of bed and stood in front of her.He stroked her cheek with his thumb, wiping away tears.

Snape couldn't let her know his feelings.It's too dangerous.

He leaned down and kissed her, pouring his love into it.

His heart warned it that members of the Order of the Phoenix had reached the castle entrance.

"Let's go," he said, even if it hurt him.

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