velvedere y varisia

You hear a knock at the door and look through the peephole in silence. Outside stands a man dressed as if he stepped out of a noir film, running a gloved hand through his dark hair. Beside him is a huge lion in an expensive suit. The lion's tail flicks as he says hoarsely, This is Detective Velvedere, and I'm here with my partner, Detective Avarice. We know you're inside. We just need to ask you a few questions. The lion yawns, showing his massive teeth, and his partner looks amused.

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