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21 " It is poor form to accuse someone of being a liar. It is far poorer form to lie. The mark of a skilled liar is the ability to convince others that the inverse is true. -Excerpt from The Arbiters’ Official Guidelines Regarding Formal Accusations, Declarations of Wrongdoing, and Assorted Nonverbal Expressions of Reproach "
― Scott Meyer , Master of Formalities
22 " Because anyone is free to attempt anything, as long as she or he is willing to accept the consequences. "
23 " After listening to that story, Rayzo had learned that he was able to roll his eyes hard enough to cause physical pain. He feared he might have twisted his optic nerve. "
24 " It is poor form to accuse someone of being a liar. It is far poorer form to lie. The mark of a skilled liar is the ability to convince others that the inverse is true. "
25 " Wollard looked up from his papers to survey the assembled staff. He had walked in looking at the floor and launched into the greeting immediately. Now, he took a moment to select his next words. “Why are there multiple people missing?” he asked. Kreet raised his hand and said, “Aren’t you supposed to start your question with query?” Wollard regarded Kreet silently, raising an impatient eyebrow. Kreet grimaced, then said, “Query.” “Recognized.” “Aren’t you supposed to start a question with query?” “You’re supposed to. I, as the chair of the meeting, have the power to ask questions at will, as long as they are pertinent to the matter at hand. "