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Weekly Contest #354
You awoke much like you were born – slowly, reluctantly – taking small shallow breaths. Though I mixed the oxygen myself, blending a perfect match to the sea-level airs you were accustomed to, I watched as you fought against your body's natural urge to awaken. To respond to me. I recall wondering if I had made the right choice… Perhaps sea-level air was too close to home and reminded you listlessly of memories long gone. Perhaps those memories are what held you. Then I recall laughing to myself at how easily I would question your countenance...
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