The Authority contacted me while I was in the middle of my solo world tour.Concert tickets sold out as soon as they were released. After performances, people came to tell me that my music had given them the courage to begin again.Their faces, full of wonder and admiration, reminded me that I belonged in this life. I was building something of my own.One evening, during a rare quiet moment, the familiar mechanical voice sounded in my head."Camille, your former contractual partner in the parallel universe is experiencing a sustained decline in health. He has been placed in a private psychiatric care facility. His condition is concerning."I paused while tending my violin strings."And?""He has repeatedly requested contact. Would you authorize one temporary communication?"I considered it for a long time. Finally, I agreed."Camille?"The voice was so hoarse I barely recognized it.I said nothing. For a few moments, the only sound was my breathing.Then his breath grew une
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