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“In the final reckoning there is only love, only that divinity. That we are capable only of being what we are remains our unforgivable sin.”
― Gene Wolfe, Shadow & Claw

“A fair system only works if there’s an unbiased means of assessing merit. When there is no pride or selfishness involved.” He gives a soft snort, shaking his head. “Which means that fair systems cannot exist where people are involved.”
― James Islington, The Will of the Many

“The first method for estimating the intelligence of a ruler is to look at the men he has around him.”
― Niccolò Machiavelli, The Prince

“Never attempt to win by force what can be won by deception.”
― Niccolò Machiavelli, The Prince

“He who wishes to be obeyed must know how to command”
― Niccolò Machiavelli, The Prince

“Nice bird, asshole!”
― Scott Lynch, The Lies of Locke Lamora