And by mid-evening the Square was almost completely deserted, with its wet cobbles gleaming in the rain.

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The innings was brought to a close when Lara was clean-bowled attempting to slog Nel mid-way through the evening session.

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Though most milongas do include an impressive invitational performance from professional dancers mid-way through the evening, the dance floor is open for improvisation the rest of the night.

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