“Why are our people going out there?” said Mr. Boggis of the Thieves’ Guild. “Because they are showing a brisk pioneering spirit and seeking wealth and . . . additional wealth in a new land,” said Lord Vetinari. “What’s in it for the Klatchians?” said Lord Downey. “Oh, they’ve gone out there because they are a bunch of unprincipled opportunists always ready to grab something for nothing,” said Lord Vetinari. “A masterly summation, if I may say so, my lord,” said Mr. Burleigh, who felt he had some ground to make up. The Patrician looked down again at his notes. “Oh, I do beg your pardon,” he
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