In this city, those who look like me are not like me. I made the mistake once (tired and afraid and desperate… — China Miéville
In this city, those who look like me are not like me. I made the mistake once (tired and afraid and desperate for help) of doubting that. Looking for a place to hide, looking for food and warmth at night and respite from the stares that greet me whenever I set foot on the streets.
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