"FWLS15" - читать интересную книгу автора (A Future We'd Like to See)

"Sorry, but as the great modern philosopher U'iil states in
the Scrolls of Wonder and Delight, 'He who denies duty denies
one's soul'," the first goon replied. "As it is our duty to
guard this gate, I'm afraid we really shouldn't let you inside."

"Ah, but didn't Confaristan state that 'The man that works
for the forces of evil lets that evil seep into his very soul'?"

"You forget J'kky's 'Yttian Psycho', in which he discusses
good and evil and the relative viewpoints," the second goon
interjected. "From your point of view, you are working for the
side of good. However, to us, the tables are turned, and we are
the good ones."

"Now now," laughed 7333, "I've been more than reasonable.
Please, friends, let us not resort to violence! Sure, I could
slam a backfist into your friend here and throw you through the
air, neatly impacting with the sturdy metal construction of this
building, but I'm sure it wouldn't be an enjoyable experience for
any of us."

"Nevertheless, we can't let you by. I'm sorry, really. Is
it of vital importance that you enter? I could arrange for the
tour, or possibly a guest pass of some kind."

"Could you? It would make my job so much easier," 7333
thanked.

"Surely. I'll just call up to the control room. One moment
please," the first goon said, pulling out a CB. "Hello, control?
We've got what appears to be a Not-So-Secret-Agent down here who
would appreciate a guest pass to enter the compound. Hmm? You
don't say. Well, I don't think he'll be very happy to hear that.
Well, thank you anyway. Oh, and give Sarah my love. Bye."

The goon put down the transceiver. "I'm sorry, but we've
been ordered to pummel you. You understand, it's a job thing."

"Yes. I suppose it was silly for me to try to get in via a
pass anyway. Imagine that! The hero walking around the enemy
compound with a guest pass!"

The three gave a hearty laugh, giving each other playful
jabs to the shoulder.

"So, should we begin?"

"I'm game. Any rules before we start?"