CSI:Miami Road Trip #11: We Ain't Comin' Home

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Thanks for the reviews! Hee. :D

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A short one!

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Hospital room, next day, 8am

Lori: *runs in*

Scott: *lifts head*

Lori: *sigh* It took them a half hour just to tell me where they moved her. *walks over, sits* How is she?

Scott: The same.

Lori: *grabs Steph's hand* Is she in any pain?

Scott: No. At least the doctors tell me she isn't. How'd you get out?

Lori: Horatio spoke to the DA, she didn't want to press charges and the CPS woman's boss dropped the case when he saw the evidence.

Scott: *looks down at Steph*

Lori: *shakes head* I can't believe the school would keep a poisonous plant near a bunch of 5-year olds. When she wakes up, she's not going back there.

Scott: ...If she wakes up.

Lori: *looks at Scott* She's going to wake up.

Scott: We should consider the possibility that she may never regain consciousness.

Lori: ...She ate a few berries, she didn't get hit by a mack truck. Isn't there some kind of medication they can use to bring her out of it? To get rid of the poison? Th-

Scott: The poison made its way through her system. Right now it's a waiting game.

Lori: *looks at Steph* How long are we supposed to wait?

Scott: I don't know.

Lori: *staring at Steph* Mommy's not going to let you die, baby. And we're not leaving until you wake up. We're going to be right here. You just get better.

Scott: ...Lori...what if she doesn't?

Lori: *looks at Scott*

Scott: ...I...I can't lose her.

Lori: *stares at Scott*

Scott: *lowers head* I can't watch her die. Not her.

Lori: ...

Scott: *starts to cry*

Lori: ...*wraps arms around Scott*

Scott: *lies forehead on Lori's shoulder*

Lori: She'll make it, Scott. She'll pull through, just like you always do. Just like I always do. And once she does, we'll go home and we'll live our lives and put all of this behind us. She's going to grow up into a beautiful, successful young woman so we can't give up on her. Okay?

Scott: *nods*

Lori: We'll even go on that camping trip. All of us.

Scott: *lifts head*

Lori: *wipes Scott's eyes* Bears be damned.

Scott: *smirks*

Lori: We're going to build a fire, go hiking, play some catch and cook some hotdogs. Probably not in that order.

Scott: *laughs*

Lori: So dry them eyes, Finch because we're no good to her expecting the worst.

Scott: *sigh*

Lori: I'll go get you a coffee. *stands, walks away*

Scott: *looks at Steph*

TBC...................................
 
And the true mettle of Lori shines brightly! I knew when put to the coals, she'd be this strong woman who will not take anything less than her daughter on the mend. I love how she upholds Scott, but still expresses her disbelief in what has happened, but then followed through with an affirmation. Sad that it took this for them to come together, but I think this is what they needed , ulitmately,...a little Unity.

Awesome work, Geni!
 
Aww! I feel for them i really Do ! Been there done that! Its sad to sit and watch and wonder if they will ever wake up! Then you have to wonder if they will be the same as before when they do! Saddly they are not always the same as you once new them!

Great update Geni!
 
Thanks for the fantabulous reviews. :)

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Biscayne Park, house, 3pm, 6 months later

Tom: Okay, here we go! *rolls ball across floor*

Brook: *smiles, claps*

Tom: *smiles*

Brook: *slaps hand onto ball, giggles*

Anni: *walks over* Lori's coming over to visit, I think she said Tim was going to drive her over because he's on his way back to the lab.

Tom: Great.

Brook: *rolls ball over*

Tom: *smiles* Good job!

Brook: *giggles, kicks feet*

Tom: *picks up Brook, nuzzles her nose* You're just getting so smart every day.

Brook: *jabbers incoherently*

Tom: Oh I know, tell me all about it.

Anni: *smiles, shakes head*

Tom: *stands* You think Tim will actually come inside this time, or drive off like usual?

Anni: Maybe we should bring her out to him.

Tom: Yeah right, he'll probably put 'er in reverse and slam into the garage across the street.

Anni: He's not that scared.

Doorbell rings

Anni: AH! Here we go. *runs over to door*

Foyer

Anni: HI!

Lori: *smiles* Hey. How are you?

Anni: I'm great and *gasp* look at you! You're so big! Well, in a nice glowing way of course.

Lori: *laughs* Uh yeah nice save.

Anni: *looks at Speed*

Speed: *turns around*

Anni: Wait!

Speed: *looks back*

Anni: You're welcome to visit too.

Speed: I have a lot of work that needs to get done.

Anni: Just 5 minutes.

Speed: I don't want to intrude.

Anni: *reaches over, grabs Speed's arm* Get in here.

Inside house

Lori: *smiles, places hands on Brook's cheeks* Aren't you a cute little one!

Brook: *smiles*

Anni: Come see her, Tim. She's growing really fast.

Speed: *steps over*

Brook: *hides face in Tom's shoulder*

Tom: *clears throat* She's um...not big on strangers at the moment.

Speed: Strangers.

Tom: Uh...well I didn't mean th-

Anni: You're just not around as much as we are.

Speed: Lori's a stranger.

Lori: Actually I'm here once or twice a week. Keeps me sane while Steph's, y'know...

Speed: Right. That's fine, I understand.

Brook: *peeks up at Speed*

Speed: Anyway, I should head back to work.

Brook: *staring at Speed*

Speed: *looks at Brook*

Brook: *hides face*

Speed: It was nice seeing you guys. *walks away*

Lori: *scratches head*

Tom: That wasn't awkward at all.

Anni: You think we should invite him to the wedding?

Tom: ...I thought you already sent out the invitations.

Anni: There's just a couple people I wasn't sure on.

Tom: Who?

Anni: ...Tim.

Lori: You know what, he doesn't really like parties in general anyway so I don't think it would hurt his feelings if he wasn't invited.

Anni: What if he wants to go?

Lori: So invite him.

Anni: This late? It'd be like I forgot about him or didn't want him to come.

Tom: You're divorced. I personally think it would be weird to have your ex staring at me while I'm on the altar.

Anni: Yeah.

Brook: MA!

Anni: Okay let's get you changed and fed, young lady. *grabs Brook, walks away*

Lori: Do you think I could get a bottle of water or something? It's a billion degrees in here.

Tom: Sure. Why don't you have a seat.

Lori: *grabs onto couch, sits*

3 minutes later

Tom: *walks over, sits*

Lori: Thanks. *takes bottle*

Tom: How's Stephanie?

Lori: She's at home now. I mean, she's still out but we decided she'd be more comfortable in her own bed. All the necessary modifications to the room have been made and we have a doctor in to see her 3 times a week so...we're still hoping she pulls through.

Tom: How's Scotty holding up?

Lori: I don't really know what's going on in his head but he appears okay. He reads to her every night, cleans her up...it's all starting to seem so routine. Normal.

Tom: *nods*

Lori: *smiles* But! We're really excited that our little boy's on the way in the next few weeks so it keeps us in good spirits.

Tom: I'm glad to hear it.

Lori: So...my ex lover is marrying my ex step-mother. Kind of interesting how we all got from point A to B.

Tom: *scoffs* Yeah.

Lori: Can I ask you something?

Tom: Sure.

Lori: After you were shot...you were sort of comatose, right? For like a week.

Tom: Yeah.

Lori: ...Um...what-what did it feel like?

Tom: *stares at Lori*

Lori: What was it like being in a coma?

Tom: ...Kind of like a...very deep sleep. I remember it being...relaxing for the most part.

Lori: For the most part?

Tom: Well it wouldn't have killed them to up the speed of the ventilator.

Lori: *stares at Tom*

Tom: I'm sorry, I didn't mean to freak you out. I'm sure Steph's comfortable.

Lori: *lowers head*

Tom: ...There was no pain.

Lori: *lifts eyes*

Tom: None.

Lori: *nods*

Tom: There were even times where I could hear the nurses speaking. *closes eyes* I-I wasn't really aware enough to understand full sentences but I remember hearing the tone of their voices and how many there were. If that helps.

Lori: It does. Thank you.

Anni: *walks over* Okay, who wants snacks? I'm about to make some for Brook, anyone want anything?

Lori: *lifts hand* I could go for food. All the time.

Anni: *smiles*

Miami Lab, hallway

Speed: *walking*

Katie: *runs up* Busy?

Speed: Depends.

Katie: I need your body.

Speed: I'm busy.

Katie: It's for science.

Speed: Use Eric's body for science. I'm sure he's used to it.

Katie: You're the right height.

Speed: For what?

Katie: I need to throw tomatoes at you.

Speed: *looks at Katie*

Katie: Don't worry, as much as I'd normally love to throw a few veggies and fruits your way, this actually pertains to a case.

Speed: Did your victim die of tomato-force trauma?

Katie: The tomato's just my faux projectile.

Speed: If you hit me in the head, I get to throw one at you.

Katie: *smiles* Deal.

Ballistics lab, 20 minutes later

Speed: OW! *leans against wall*

Katie: *runs over, takes off goggles* Are you okay?

Speed: Did you have to throw that one like it was the last weapon you'll ever have?

Katie: I needed to get a close shot.

Speed: This is why you're supposed to use the gel block.

Katie: Gel blocks don't bruise.

Speed: What?

Katie: I needed the bruises, not the spatter pattern. Open your shirt.

Speed: No.

Katie: I have to photograph the wounds from start to finish. Let's go, let's go.

Speed: *angry sigh* Alright. *unbuttons shirt*

Katie: *picks up camera* Come back every day in the morning and I'll log the bruising until they've almost retreated. *places camera up to eye*

Light flashes

Speed: *blinks*

Katie: Hold still.

Speed: I am.

Katie: Be more still.

Speed: Stabilize yourself.

Katie: *lowers camera* ...I should have shaved your chest first.

Speed: *frowns* We're done. *buttons up shirt*

TBC...........................
 
Poor Lori ! She misses Steph being awake and running around! They could have a long wait! I hope she wakes up soon!

Well I can't believe Speed just walked in looked at brook and then exited stage right! "sigh" Speed will you ever get it together?

I just don't understand Speed ! He wanted it to be differant with this child, but hes being stubborn and doing this to himself! Maybe he needs to have an apifany or maybe something will happen and he will have to save her or take care of Brook or something to make him see that he needs to be around her.

Maybe Tom should ask Speed to be his best man at the wedding Lol! That would go over like a turd in the punch bowl!

Katie is so funny! I wish those two would get back together again! They need eachother! lol!

Great update Geni !
 
Aww...poor Stephie, she's still in a coma....I could not imagine going through something like that. She is really holding up there...

Speed is a stranger to his child...ouch that's gotta hurt.

Katie & Speed...oh that is too funny...I should have shaved your chest first, that made me LOL

Great update Geni! Can't wait to read more!
 
Fabulous update, Geni! It's good to see that Lori's holding it together in the face of not having her Steph. I sure hope that she's going to come out of this. I just couldn't deal with it, I commend her!

Poor Speed, I think he needs to take a more hands on approach when it comes to Brook. I mean, really, he's the father, and as much as he wants her normal, it won't be normal if she grows up wondering why she looks like him, but he's all hermit when it comes to her. They are all grown ups- I'm sure they can come to a decision about visitations and such. There's no need for Speed to become an example of how not to... well, pick one..lol

Katie and Speed, as much as I want them to be together, I hope that if they do, they do some SERIOUS talking. Just because he's a free man now, doesn't take back all the years of toxicity. If they can get it together,...Hell yah, they'd rock! I loved Lori's observation though, it's so ...her!


Awesome update, Geni, can't wait to read more!
 
Aww... poor Stephie... *snuggles her* I hope she gets all better...

Yay! Lori and Scott are having a boy! :D

Poor Speed being the victim of Katie's experiment... Let's hope this turns out better than their marriages :lol:

Great update! :)
 
Thanks muchly for the lovely reviews. :D

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Gables Estates, house, 6pm

Lori: *walks in, shuts door* Scott, I'm home!

Scott: *runs downstairs, grabs Lori's arm* Up. Upstairs. Now.

Lori: What? What's going on?

Upstairs, bedroom

Lori: *steps in*

Doctor: *lifts head*

Lori: *looks at Steph*

Steph: *blinks slowly*

Lori: ...Please tell me that's not just a muscle twitch.

Doctor: It's not. She's awake.

Lori: *sighs, leans against Scott*

Scott: *wraps arm around Lori*

Doctor: *looks down at Steph* Now honey we're going to take out the tube. Okay?

Steph: *stares at Doctor*

Nurse: I have suction ready.

Lori: *whispers* Can she breathe on her own?

Scott: We're about to find out.

Lori: When did this happen?

Scott: About a half hour ago. You didn't have your cell so I couldn't get a hold of you.

Steph: *coughing*

Lori: *looks at Steph* ...Is there anything wrong with her?

Scott: We don't know yet.

Doctor: Stephanie, do you know your last name?

Steph: *coughs, clears throat* Yup.

Doctor: Good. What is it?

Steph: Finch. *points to throat* It hurts.

Doctor: It's going to be sore and dry for a little bit. Do you know where you are?

Steph: *looks around* Home. *smiles* DADDY! MOMMA! Ouch. *holds throat*

Lori: *runs over, wraps arms around Steph*

Scott: *steps over, sits*

Lori: *kisses Steph's forehead* I'm so *kisses Steph* glad you're *kisses Steph* back!

Scott: *smiles*

Steph: I didn't go nowhere, Momma.

Lori: *sigh* How do you feel?

Steph: Lots better.

Lori: It's so good to hear your voice.

Doctor: Mister Finch, may I speak with you outside for a moment?

Scott: Sure. *stands*

Outside room

Doctor: It'll probably be a good idea to schedule some physiotherapy, you know so she can learn to walk again and use her other muscles. Also, I think we should do a few tests just to cover our bases.

Scott: Of course.

Doctor: 6 months is a long time. *smiles* She's a lucky girl.

Scott: That she is.

Doctor: The nurse and I will leave you to reacquaint yourselves.

Scott: Thank you.

Inside room

Scott: *sits on chair*

Steph: Momma, the baby's big.

Lori: *smiles* You've been...out for quite a while.

Steph: How come?

Lori: *brushes hair from Steph's cheek* It was those berries. At the school playground. You ate some, do you remember?

Steph: *nods*

Lori: Why did you eat them?

Steph: The girls told me to.

Lori: ...Girls. What girls?

Steph: The ones who were meanies. They said I could be their friend if I ate them.

Lori: *looks at Scott*

Scott: *lifts eyes*

Lori: ...Excuse me. *stands, walks away*

Steph: Is Momma mad?

Scott: No. Not at you.

Steph: I wanna go play outside.

Scott: *laughs* Uh, I think not.

Miami Lab, ballistics, 9am next day

Katie: Okay, day 2. Off with the shirt, I need my evidence.

Speed: *takes off shirt, winces* Ugh.

Katie: What?

Speed: I think you bruised a few ribs.

Katie: *leans over, touches Speed's side* Ooh...did you see a doctor?

Speed: Yeah magically and immediately just like all the other millions of Americans out there.

Katie: *lifts eyes*

Speed: It's fine. I can take a few hits in the name of science.

Katie: Right. *grabs camera, snaps photos*

Speed: You're not going to tell Horatio about this, are you?

Katie: *stands straight* No.

Speed: Thanks.

Katie: *stares at Speed*

Speed: What.

Katie: Have you had anything to drink this morning?

Speed: *frowns* Water.

Katie: *tilts head* Alcoholic water?

Speed: *grabs shirt*

Katie: Tim, if there's something going on with you, you can talk to me.

Speed: There isn't.

Katie: *frowns* I heard the same crap from Lori about how she was fine and that she wasn't harming herself or shooting up or sleeping around. Guess what, I didn't buy it from her and I don't buy it from you and just so you know? I'm not afraid of you anymore so you're not going to intimidate me into dropping this.

Speed: *buttons up shirt*

Katie: *shakes head* Anni was sure holding you together, wasn't she.

Speed: *walks away*

Katie: *follows* You have a problem.

Speed: *grabs folder from counter*

Katie: How come you people can't get addicted to something healthy like broccoli and jazzercise?

Speed: How come you always seem to jabber on when no one's listening?

Katie: *grabs Speed's arm*

Speed: *stops*

Katie: I'm not going to watch you do this to yourself again. Let me help.

Speed: *stares at Katie*

Katie: Otherwise you'll just be proving to Brook that you're everything you didn't want her to get to know. Everything Lori saw growing up.

Speed: *looks down at floor*

Katie: If you don't decide to get help, Horatio's office will be my last stop today and no, I won't be telling him about the tomatoes. *walks away*

TBC.................................
 
YES! Stephanie is up! Awesome...totally awesome! It's so good that she's awake and hopefully, well, with the exception of having to re learn how to walk somewhat. I wonder, however...where was Lori going? To exact her own brand of whoop ass perhaps? That remains to be seen...

Katie has got Speed down pat. I hope for his sake that he listens to her this one time. I know, that sounds like an insane idea, but still...lol. She's right. And he needs to let her help. Who knows, the fire can be rekindled between these two.

Awesome update!
 
Yeah! Steph is awake ! I only hope Lori doesn't do something stupid to get herself arrested again and thrown back into jail! Scott had better find out what shes upto or she maybe giving birth in the county lockup!

Well that is the first really smart thing I've heard Katie say to Speed in a while!

Note to Speed ,
If you know whats good for you, you had better listen to Katie! I think she really doesn't want to see you destroy yourself again like you did before! I hope you will take he advice and let her help you out! This shit really needs to stop before you hurt yourself or somebody! Coming to work three sheets to the wind is not a cool thing for you to be doing !

Great update Geni!
 
YAY! Stephie is awake...poor baby has been through hell and back

Aww Speed...

Katie is funny...how come you dont get addicted to jazzercise...LOL

great update Geni!
 
Thanks so much for the reviews. :)

Mwahaha. :D

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Biscayne Park, house, 10am

Anni: *flipping through books* Would you rather have roses or lillies?

Tom: *lowers coffee cup* What's the difference?

Anni: One's roses and the other's lillies.

Tom: You pick.

Anni: Lillies. Now, indoor or outdoor?

Tom: Like, washrooms?

Anni: *smiles* Wedding, Tom.

Tom: Oh definitely outdoor. That way, if I get cold feet, I can make a break
for it.

Anni: Very funny.

Tom: *winks*

Anni: How about family. I didn't see you write out any invites for your side
of the family.

Tom: Yeah, uh...about that. The little family I do have left are
either crack heads or they aren't speaking to me.

Anni: So who are we going to put on your side?

Tom: Why can't everyone sit together?

Anni: ...I suppose they can.

Tom: This wedding stuff's all too complicated for me. There's something to be
said for a sitting judge. *grabs chair, sits*

Anni: Where's the fun in that?

Tom: I just think sometimes people put a little too much effort into their
weddings rather than their marriages.

Anni: How sweet. *smiling* I can't wait to see you in a tux.

Tom: ...Great. I can almost hear the snickering now.

Anni: Take Scott shopping with you. He'll help you pick something out.

Tom: You already called him, didn't you.

Anni: Mhm.

Tom: *sigh*

Miami-Dade Mall, 11am

Scott: The stores don't bite.

Tom: *looks around* Yeah Lori already mentioned that the last time I was
forced to go shopping.

Scott: You're supposed to be excited about this. It's for your wedding.

Tom: I am excited. To spend the rest of my life with Anni though, not
to try on tuxedos in stores where the tailors have questionable fitting
techniques.

Scott: Don't worry, you aren't going to get molested. I'll protect you.

Tom: *frowns*

Scott: *smiles*

Tailoring store

Scott: He needs something like that.

Tom: What? Why?

Scott: It suits you.

Man: You two are getting married? Good for you!

Tom: *looks at Man*

Scott: *laughs* Unfortunately for Tom here, I'm already taken. But he's got a
lucky woman waiting at home.

Man: I see, I see. Okay young man, spread your legs. *pulls out measuring
tape*

Tom: Um...what exactly are you measuring?

Man: Everything. I need to get your specifications.

Tom: For a suit I'm only going to wear once? Can't I just rent something from
the costume store?

Scott: No.

Tom: Then you're footing the bill.

Man: *lifts tape measure near Tom's leg*

Tom: *steps back*

Man: ...Could you come back here, sir? I'm not done.

Tom: *clears throat* Sorry. *steps over*

Man: *lifts measuring tape*

Tom: *closes eyes, frowns*

Scott: *stares at Tom*

Man: *grabs Tom's leg*

Tom: *steps back*

Man: *stands, sighs* Look, I can't get the correct measurements if you keep
moving. *walks forward*

Tom: *steps behind Scott* You know what, I think we're done.

Scott: *looks back at Tom*

Tom: Sorry for wasting your time. *walks away*

Man: What's his problem?

Scott: Thanks anyway. *walks away*

Near food court

Tom: *leaning against wall*

Scott: *walks over* What's going on with you?

Tom: Nothing. You telling me you'd be comfortable with some old man feeling
you up?

Scott: He was doing his job.

Tom: Sure he was.

Scott: *lifts brow* You okay?

Tom: I'm fine.

Scott: *nods slowly*

Tom: Don't give me that look.

Scott: What look?

Tom: That...Scotty Finch look. I don't like tuxedo shopping, end of story.
*walks away*

Outside, truck

Scott: *walks over* I think it's something else.

Tom: Open the door.

Scott: The only other person I've seen that antsy when someone got too close
was Lori.

Tom: I'm not Lori.

Scott: No but I understand why you two were so close. You have a lot in
common.

Tom: What's that supposed to mean?

Scott: You tell me.

Tom: I'll walk home. *walks away*

Scott: *looks at Tom*

Gables Estates, house, noon

Lori: *pushes wheelchair up to table*

Steph: *reaches for table* Got ma sandwhich, Momma?

Lori: Yep. Peanut butter and jam, just like you wanted.

Steph: *smiles, grabs sandwhich*

Lori: *sits*

Scott: *walks in* Hey.

Lori: *smiles* Hey. Tuxedo shopping was fast.

Scott: *kisses Steph's head, sits*

Steph: *chewing*

Scott: He bailed before we could really get anything done.

Lori: Oh? What happened?

Scott: *looks at Steph* Uh...well I have my theories but he wasn't volunteering any specific reasons. I was hoping you could shed some light on it.

Lori: I'll do my best. *stands, walks over to Steph* You want to watch some cartoons while you eat lunch?

Steph: *smiles* YEAH!

Lori: *smiles* Great. *grabs wheelchair*

3 minutes later

Scott: *leans back in chair*

Lori: *sits* Start from the beginning.

Scott: I took him to the mall, we went into one of those custom tailor stores and before the guy could get any proper measurements, Tom freaked. A couple tries later, he left like a bat out of hell.

Lori: *nods slowly*

Scott: Normally I'd just chalk it up to being uncomfortable with the whole process in general, I mean it's not exactly my favourite thing to do but...he actually hid behind me.

Lori: *stares at Scott*

Scott: Has he told you anything else about his past?

Lori: Even if he did, it's none of your business.

Scott: *lifts brow*

Lori: Leave it alone.

Scott: ...Alright.

Lori: *sips water*

Miami Lab, Horatio's office

Speed: *sits in chair*

Horatio: What's on your mind?

Speed: I need help.

Horatio: *stares at Speed*

TBC..........................
 
OOH....Past drama for Tom? I'm SO THERE!, lol. Really, though, why the ansty pantsy? Can't wait to hear this...I was shocked that Scotty and Tom were together on a task and didn't delve into past incidents...Truly, they've grown past that, and that's a great thing! It would be cool to see just how far this new found clarity between them goes....or, I'm reading WAY too much into a simple shopping trip....

I think Lori knows something, but do I think Lori will tell? No. Guess if curiosity gets to Scotty, he could always try other ways...lol, and yes, my mind went there.

It's awesome that Speed acknowledged that he needs help, it's the first step!

Awesome update!
 
Oh Scotty and Tom ! This could be a whole new bromance starting! Oh wait that can't happen because then Speed would be jealous and there will be upheaval in the Finch Speedle camp! Maybe Tom and Speed can duke it out over Scotty in a ultimate fighting match or maybe they could arm wrestle for the great Bromance championship of the world! lol!

Well I'm glad that Speed has went to Horatio and asked for help before Katie goes to him and drags him kicking and screaming to rehab! I just hope Speed can get himself through this and learn to love his family again! He really does need to spend some time with his baby!

Great update Geni !
 
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