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1 " At times, your cynicism borders on impudence. "
― Isaac Asimov , 101 Science Fiction Short Stories
2 " Don’t worry. I’ll keep the peace, if I have to start a war to do it. "
3 " We won’t make the mistake of excessive greed. We shall inch our way to empire—and those who stand in our way shall be dubbed warmongers. "
4 " Many times have I longed to broil a diplomat over a slow fire,” the Aga Kaga snarled. “Tonight will see it come to pass!” “I’ve seen it done often at staff meetings,” said Retief. “It seems to have no permanent effect. "
5 " But it was Paradise in one way,” said Steiner at last. “How?” “All the time we were there the woman did not speak. "
6 " Being an interstellar trouble shooter wouldn’t be so bad … if I could shoot the trouble! "
7 " He looked at Retief. “Uh ... got time for a drink?” “I shouldn’t drink during office hours,” Retief said. He rose. “So I’ll take the rest of the day off. "