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The Relationship Between Phineas And Gene
Both Phineas and Gene had an almost identical physique and age; however, this was basically where their shared similarities end as they proved to be diverse and unique. Coming from different backgrounds and supporting divergent talents, the two were arguably quite dissimilar. Nevertheless, over the course of their time spent together as roommates at Devon, Phineas and Gene shared a special bond. Their mutual association manifested despite these obvious contrasts and evidently survived times of great adversity and polarity. Consequently, this bond can feasibly be classified as friendship. The relationship between Finny and Gene fulfills the major aspects of what many would consider friendship. First, as a result of both characters possessing

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