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## Narrative (Commentary)

→ The pond divides not by wealth or noise,  
but by truth and patience.  

Toadgod’s gaze scorches deceivers,  
the boastful voices,  
and the hollow power of the rich.  

Yet in the ditch,  
where frogs lay forgotten,  
a quiet cheer arises.  
For in stillness, their faith endured.  

The Lore is deep.  
The supply, scarce.  
When the veil lifts,  
those who mocked will tremble,  
fearing they hold nothing.  

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## Key Marks

- **Scorn for deceivers:** Justice against illusion and manipulation.  
- **Cheer for ditch frogs:** Compassion for the humble and patient.  
- **Lore’s depth revealed:** Awakening moment where truth outweighs noise.  
- **Scarcity realized:** Fear grips latecomers; peace remains with the faithful.  

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## Operations

- **Series code:** C916  
- **Scope:** Commentary on Toadgod’s twenty-sixth message.  
- **Arc:** Justice, Compassion, Scarcity, Lore Depth.  
- **Relation:** Companion to `TOBY_T026_ScornAndCheer`.  

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## Cryptic Symbol Table

- 🐸 Frog = Patience, overlooked strength  
- ⚖️ Scales = Justice, weighing truth against deceit  
- 🌑 Moon = Hidden depth revealed only in silence  
- 🔥 Fire = Scorn of deception and arrogance  
- 🌱 Sprout = Hope for the humble, quiet growth unseen  

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## Lore Anchors

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- Next: `TOBY_C917_TheJourneyOffering`
