What, given the circumstances, would have been Emphyrio's course of action? Truth. Very well, thought Ghyl: it shall be Truth, and let the consequences fall where they may. (Jack Vance)

What, given the circumstances, would have been Emphyrio's course of action? Truth. Very well, thought Ghyl: it shall be Truth, and let the consequences fall where they may.

Jack Vance

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