Food and fire, protection and companionship, were some of the things h…

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Food and fire, protection and companionship, were some of the things he received from the god. In return, he guarded the god's property, defended his body, worked for him, and obeyed him. ✨ Jack London (2016). Jack London Six Pack, p.123, Lulu.com
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Food and fire, protection and companionship, were some of the things he received from the god. In return, he guarded the god's property, defended his body, worked for him, and obeyed him. ✨ Jack London (2016). Jack London Six Pack, p.123, Lulu.com

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