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and see the gates remain closed.
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I will not deny entry to those
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who have risked life to break from their masters.
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A thing born late in any regard.
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Many unknown to us have already passed through gate to join cause,
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if outward form does not conceal darker intent.
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If there stand such among our ranks,
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we must see them exposed.
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You scale a mountain of ifs.
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I would add to its peak.
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If you are struck down by one of your errant flock,
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how would they fare absent guidance?