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CHAPTER 2: THE SHADOW OF SMOKE
The Bulisova Family's life in Chl'aba is constantly evolving, with the arrival of Gabriela's brother and his partner and the devastating loss of several loved ones, including the sudden passing of Gabriela's father in 2013. The complicated web was tangled further by Gabriela's longtime absence and her yearly visits along with Mark.
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