It seemed sometimes that life was nothing more than the accumulation of emotional baggage — memories, regrets, and lost opportunities. - Dennis E. Taylor

We will deliver unacceptable levels of damage to any aggressor.

Gina, rolled her eyes. “Marcus, you’re a loner. You always have been, the way you describe it. And you’ve never sought power. But some people need power, and they need to have power over someone. Preferably lots of someones. Taking away the Council’s subjects — which is what you’d be doing — is a declaration of war.

Point is, that’s when I really realized that I don’t think like most people. I’m fine with solitude. In fact, I get antsy when I’m around people for too long a period without respite.