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"Na wszystko godzę się co jest zgodne z Tobą o Wszechświecie. Nic mi nie jest za wczesne ani za późne, a co Tobie w porę. Wszystko jest mi owocem, co przynoszą twe pory o Naturo. Z Ciebie wszystko, w Tobie wszystko i w Ciebie wszystko."

~Marek Aureliusz - "Rozmyślania"~

Chapter 4 - Cordial Greetings

Duke’s Perspective:

"Well, this is getting more complicated than I expected," Duke thinks as he watches the group of soccer players. Although communication is difficult, the energy these toys radiate pushes him to want to get closer.

His eyes land on Capi, the same toy that performed the incredible stunt on the roller coaster. Although he’s currently arguing with another, Duke sees him as a natural acrobat, someone who could understand the passion for risk and adrenaline. But, unlike Duke, Capi doesn’t know that someone has been watching him.

With a spark of excitement, Duke decides to step into the group and introduce himself. Seizing a pause in the conversation, he steps into the center and, striking a heroic pose, loudly exclaims:

Duke:

"Bonjour! I'm Duke Caboom, Canada's greatest stuntman!"

The soccer players turn to him, surprised, while Duke grins widely. Even though Capi doesn’t fully understand Duke’s words, his tone and attitude make it clear that this is someone confident and self-assured.

Capi (looking at Duke curiously):

"¿Así que vos sos el loco nuevo? ¿Te gusta hacer acrobacias o algo así?"

("So, you’re the new crazy guy? Do you like doing stunts or something?")

Duke, not understanding everything, nods enthusiastically.

Duke:

"Yes! The best! I can do stunts, jumps, and tricks!"

Malpa¹, whispering to Pulpo excitedly:

"¡Che, me parece que tenemos un competidor para el circo!"

("Hey, I think we have a competitor for the circus!")

Capi smirks with a hint of challenge, unaware that Duke had already seen him in action before.

"Well, Duke Caboom, show us what you’ve got. Let’s see if you can keep up with the team."

Duke, thrilled by the challenge, prepares to impress the group with his skills. Just as he’s about to perform, he suddenly remembers his original purpose—the gift for Capi.

"Oh, I almost forgot!" he thinks, amused by the situation. After all, it’s not like toys have pockets, and for them, any object is almost their size.

Duke chuckles softly and, with some effort, pulls out from behind his back (taped on with a bit of adhesive) a small medal he found at the fair. It’s just a simple brass trophy, but Duke added a special touch: he polished it until it gleamed and tied a red string around it. It’s his way of honoring the "incredible acrobat" he saw on the roller coaster.

Duke approaches Capi and, with a big smile, raises the medal as if presenting a prestigious award.

Duke:

"For you, amigo, a token of admiration!"

Capi looks at the medal, slightly surprised, with a mix of amusement and curiosity.

Capi:

"¿Y esto? ¿Me estás dando un premio o qué?"

("And this? Are you giving me an award or what?")

Duke nods enthusiastically.

Duke:

"Yes, you are... increíble!"

The other soccer players watch the scene, laughing and murmuring, while Loco jokes:

Loco:

"Creo que te ganaste un fan. ¡Hasta te dio una medalla y todo!"

("I think you got yourself a fan. He even gave you a medal and everything!")

Capi chuckles, taking the medal. Even though he doesn’t fully understand Duke’s admiration, he feels that, in some way, he’s gained a friend in this curious Canadian stuntman.

Capi:

"Bueno, Duke... gracias. Supongo que ahora nos toca ver si podés seguir el ritmo, ¿no?"

("Well, Duke... thanks. I guess now we’ll see if you can keep up, right?")