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you the sleepy bookshelf, where we put down our worries from the day

and pick up a good book. I'm your host, Elizabeth. It is so lovely to be here with you this

evening.

Tonight we are continuing with a tale of two cities.

At first, lie down in a comfortable position and allow your body to settle. Gently close your eyes and take a deep, slow breath in.

Hold it for a moment before exhaling, even slower, releasing all the tension from your body.

Focus on your feet, feeling them relax, softening completely.

Gradually allow this feeling to move up your legs,

relaxing your thighs,

hips and stomach.

Let your chest rise and fall gently with each breath.

And feel your shoulders relax.

Allow your arms to be heavy and your hands to rest,

comfortably by your sides.

Feel the peace all around you while I recap our last episode.

Mr Cruncher was in his usual spot next to his son outside Telson's bank on Fleet Street,

when a rowdy mob was heard coming their way. It was a funeral procession, he later found out.

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