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I have heard the rumour of one, yes.
[ Then, in a kinder tone: ]
I'm sure you'll be all right, Salvio. They wouldn't have given you the job if they didn't think you could do it. Besides, there'll no doubt be all sorts of paperwork to be done, and I imagine no one knows that better than you do. Am I right?
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[ Lightly: ]
I have heard the rumour of one, yes.
[ Then, in a kinder tone: ]
I'm sure you'll be all right, Salvio. They wouldn't have given you the job if they didn't think you could do it. Besides, there'll no doubt be all sorts of paperwork to be done, and I imagine no one knows that better than you do. Am I right?