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Haunted

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The house at the end of the street is silent, warm afternoon sunlight filtered through trees onto the green grass, and small winter garden.  A few children's toys lay scattered about, like wilted flowers, colors faded.  A door slams, and a woman walks out, hands in fists at her sides.  "I am done," she mutters, crossing her arms.  After another moment of staring at the house, eyes narrowed, she leaves.  

A short while later, a man walks out with a little boy on his shoulders, a rolled piece of parchment in his hand.  "It will be alright, Niki.  She was just grumpy," the man says, trying to smile as he heads down to the notice board in the Merchant District.  The little boy laughs, tiny, chubby feet kicking.  

The notice looks hastily written, fine parchment stained with juice, the edges gnawed by a toothless little mouth.
Help needed with child.  Need experienced person that doesn't frighten easily.  Must be able to stay overnight.  Those with experience in magic are preferred. 

The bottom of the note lists the day and his address. 

He looks at it, wondering if he shouldn't put more, but shakes his head.  "No reason to scare people away, right Niki?"  The baby reaches down to grab a fistful of hair, gurgling.          
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Our son Niko! He was always such a tease xD