There is an exuberance in good fantasy quite unlike the most exalted moments of realistic fiction. Both forms have similar goals; but realism walks w… - Lloyd Alexander

Is there not glory enough in living the days given to us? You should know there is adventure in simply being among those we love and the things we love, and beauty too.

Oh yes," said the Emperor. "That's what you have to do when you approach the Celestial Presence—that's me."
"Well, I'm afraid that no cat in the world ever bowed to an emperor," said Jason. "They just won't do it, Ichigo, and you're wasting your time if you try to force them. A cat does what he wants, when he wants, emperor or not.

That's another thing about emperors—and regents," Gareth said. "They aren't very fond of changes, even if the changes are for the better.