I can’t live forever. Each time something like this affair lands in my lap, I suddenly recall that I don’t want to live forever. - Scott Lynch

In my dreams I sign chits and file papers, Nikoros muttered. Then I awake to sign real chits and file real papers. I imagine my grave marker will be carved as a writing desk. 'Here lies Nikoros Via Lupa, wifeless and heirless, but gods how he could alphabetize!'

You know, believe it or not, 'the gods will provide' is not a fucking plan, lad. You've got one hell of a talent for improvisation, but when that lets you down, it lets you down hard.

Government affairs are a bit beyond our experience, said Jean.
Nonsense. You'll feel right at home. What is government but theft by consent? You'll be moving in a society of kindred spirits.