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Friendship and family
Une famille prépare les mots d’une séparation avant la visite d’une tante.
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Le service des presque
Fantasy
Un employé municipal reçoit une demande dont l’ancien souvenir le concerne de près.
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L’homme qui écoutait
Romance
Un homme découvre que sa compagne adapte ses récits à la qualité de son silence.
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Les témoins de la pluie
Mystery
Un expert compare deux témoignages sur un petit accident survenu un matin humide.
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Sous toutes réserves
Comedy
Deux voisins mettent beaucoup de soin dans les mots qui les empêchent de s’entendre.
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Le chemin du retour
Travel and adventure
Un guide et son ancien formateur doivent parler plus clairement pour terminer une promenade familière.
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