“I suppose there’s no chance at all that I’ll be let off?” Sergeant Littlebottom looked concerned. “I’m sorry, sir, I think there’s no appeal. Officially Captain Carrot will relieve you of your badge at noon.” Vimes thumped his desk and exploded. “I don’t deserve this treatment after a lifetime of dedication to the city!” “Commander, if I may say so, you deserve a lot more.”

