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Spencer leaned against the counter, his mind a maelstrom of thoughts, as Sophie deftly prepared some late-night snacks. His expression was distant, a clear sign of his inner turmoil. Observing her master in such a state, Sophie, his staunchest supporter, felt compelled to offer some words of comfort. "You know, Miss's reaction is pretty normal."

Startled by her interruption, Spencer looked up, momentarily pulled from his reverie. "What do you mean?" he inquired, his confusion evident.

With a plate of grapes in hand, Sophie positioned herself on the opposite side of the counter, gazing up at him thoughtfully. "You see, Miss is simply in shock. When a person experiences shock, their response tends to be rather extreme. It's quite common."