The rules!» shouted Ralph, «you're breaking the rules!» «Who cares?» Ralph summoned his wits. «Because the rules are the only thing we've got! (William Golding)

The rules!» shouted Ralph, «you're breaking the rules!» «Who cares?» Ralph summoned his wits. «Because the rules are the only thing we've got!

William Golding

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