Just so, Illyan. ( her eyes flick to him, and there's a hint of a smile across her face.) It is what I hope for Barrayar, in the end. No matter what scars the Occupation leaves.
( because that's what barrayar does, it survives against all odds. it is what has made her so fond of it, as betan as she was raised. barrayar does not reward those who sit idly by, it forces one to fight for every inch. )
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( because that's what barrayar does, it survives against all odds. it is what has made her so fond of it, as betan as she was raised. barrayar does not reward those who sit idly by, it forces one to fight for every inch. )