In vain we chisel, as best we can, the mysterious block of which our life is made, the black vein of destiny reappears continually. (Victor Hugo)

In vain we chisel, as best we can, the mysterious block of which our life is made, the black vein of destiny reappears continually.

Victor Hugo

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