Childhood is gone. Illusion is abolished. The world is laid bare, full of unpolished people and unfulfilled destiny. But that is not your concern....
“And do you think the Alpha is actually sane still? Do you think any of the Messengers went through contact without being irrevocably changed?” ...
C “Cargo ship Lam Tin. Make no further course adjustments, kill your thrust, and prepare for boarding. You will be fired upon for failure...
