Li was a very honest and honorable man. But when it came to any man’s abiding passion, honesty occasionally went straight out the nearest available w… - Robert Asprin

A tiny whisper at the back of her mind warned her to be wary of what one asked the gods for, lest they grant it.

When it comes to scouts, heroes are just people who confuse cowardice with common sense.

Uncle Sven and I are about to start your first lesson in survival theory."
She gave them both a dubious glance. "That being?"
Sven guffawed. "When the fight starts, be someplace else. And always remember, nobody watches your butt for you when it's You versus the Universe—and Margo, the universe just don't give a damn.