As the clock strikes 12, the duel begins. The Kid and Sheriff McCoy face off, their guns drawn. The tension is palpable as the two opponents size each other up.
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But as the Sheriff approaches The Kid, he notices something strange. The Kid's expression has changed. He looks...almost relieved. As the clock strikes 12, the duel begins
THE KID: (whispering) Thank you, Sheriff. As the clock strikes 12
SHERIFF MCCOY: (confused) What are you talking about, Kid?