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She seemed very shy, as quiet as a lump of air, invisible and untouchable. Her gaze shifted to the sweet potato she had just given me. I picked it up and handed it to her. "Eat it while it's hot."

"No need, I've already given it to you."

"Giving it to me is a waste. I might throw it away wherever I go."

She took it and said, "I think I'll eat it. At the very least