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'Hiding things from people is a good way to wind up dead, Inquisition knows that better than anyone or anything. And besides, if this is such a peaceful 'research' mission, then why are you trying to hide things with secrecy?'
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"Old habits, you have your people attacked again, again, and again. You tend to play cards close to your chest."
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'Well, not giving people a reason to attack you is another good habit to acquire. Same as not living near people who hate you, that also helps.'
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"Few of those can be completely controlled."
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'That is false. They can be as controlled as you want, provided you have the means and the will.'
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"Controlling people is not easy. Envy is a powerful enemy. And fate is a bitch."
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'Try not to control people, it works wonders. Our home runs perfectly well, and we use a barter system for the gods sake.'
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The man shrugs. "Not every system is perfect, you do the best with the hand you're dealt. We've gotten some terrible cards in the past."
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'Then you need to change your luck.'
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"Tried, only made things worse. Tried again, nearly wiped us out. Left earth because of that one."