January 5th, 1890 — Headquarters of the London Society for the Practice of Combative Magic

What were the odds! His first adult duel was between Miss Lestrange whose recent acquaintance had not been forgotten and another female who looked somewhat familiar. Was that zoo girl? For once he was vaguely interested in a duel between ladies. Charles went over the rules quickly before getting them started.

"Miss Lestrange, when you're ready."

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