You wish things were different from the way they are. That’s a refrain as old as time. I’ve lived a long and… — Alastair Reynolds
You wish things were different from the way they are. That’s a refrain as old as time. I’ve lived a long and strange sort of life, Kanu, and I’ve known that feeling a few times. Generally it’s best to accept that things are exactly as bad as they look. At least that way you know it’s time to start digging your way out.
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