Yes," Vorkosigan Agreed, "i Could Take Over

And This Was Your Friend?" Cordelia Raised Her Eyebrows. "seems To Me The Only Difference Between Your Friends And Your Enemies Is How Long The Stand Around Chatting Before They Shoot You.

Experience Suggests It Doesn't Matter So Much How You Got Here, As What You Do After You Arrive.

Guard Your Honor. Let Your Reputation Fall Where It Will. And Outlive The Bastards.

[koudelka] Looked Back, "you?! I Know You! You Trust Beyond Reason!" [cordelia] Met His Eyes Steadily, "yes, It's How I Get Results Beyond Hope, As You May Recall.

A True Vor, Miles Told Himself Severely, Does Not Bury His Face In His Liegewoman's Breasts And Cry--even If He Is At A Convenient Height For It.