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2. Well, if all occupants of the building are merchants, they all collect fire insurance as well. (hopefully, not life ins)

Mon Jul 13, 2026, 11:27 AM

18 hrs ago

Good reason for the insurance companies to hire and station a firefighter at each building!

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