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the compensation package
Author: Aniela
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Ethan’s P.O.V. (Continued)

The answer came almost immediately.

[Compensation protocol initiated]

I had no idea what that meant, but I was prepared to listen.

[Due to the system's failure to provide the protection stipulated in the binding contract, compensation will be provided to the host.]

A new set of notifications appeared.

[COMPENSATION PACKAGE]

[1. Removal of traceable evidence directly connecting the host to the deceased operative]

[2. Restoration of the host's physical condition to a me
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