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Jempa jumped in. "I think what he's trying to say is that Hammy is trying too hard to follow in Balto's pawprints. He needs to learn that he will never be Balto," he said.
Melony sighed, "Who should tell him this?" she said, returning Jempa's gaze, "You were his best friend since pup-hood. I think it is best that he hears this from you."
Jempa sighed. "I will. Just remember that I'm only doing this because it has to be done, not because I want to. It pains me to see Hammy like this," he said.