"That's a good idea," he agreed. "And House is the best I've ever met. You're lucky to learn from him. I'm glad he likes you enough for private lessons. He doesn't like most people."
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"That's a good idea," he agreed. "And House is the best I've ever met. You're lucky to learn from him. I'm glad he likes you enough for private lessons. He doesn't like most people."