But don't make the same mistakes that we have, Irene." Her mouth quirked in a smile. "Make some new ones. - Genevieve Cogman

There were things to do, people to see, questions to ask. Books to read.

Life was much easier before I had to worry about everyone else worrying," Irene muttered.
"It's called growing up, dear. It comes with staying alive.

Here and there people sat at desks, carefully turning the pages of manuscripts, or unrolling scrolls and making notes. It comforted her. This is a place built to store books, by people who wanted to preserve books, and used by people who want to read those books. I am not alone.