I was not offended, my love. An insult is like a drink; it affects one only if accepted. And pride is too heavy baggage for my journey... (Robert A. Heinlein)

I was not offended, my love. An insult is like a drink; it affects one only if accepted. And pride is too heavy baggage for my journey...

Robert A. Heinlein

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