The problem with living so long is that we get used to it. We watch the mortals age … - Derek Landy

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The software programs that make our body run. . . were evolved in very different times. We'd like to actually change those programs. One little software program, called the fat insulin receptor gene, basically says, 'Hold onto every calorie, because the next hunting season may not work out so well. ' That was in the interests of the species tens of thousands of years ago. We'd like to turn that program off.

Derek Landy

The problem with living so long is that we get used to it. We watch the mortals age and wither and die around us, watch the world change and decay. . . but no matter the hardship or the pain or the sorrow we suffer, we choose to continue living. Out of sheer habit, I think.

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Suddenly Saracen Rue looked old and tired, and Skulduggery Pleasant came into focus as what he really was – a genius, a killer, a tortured soul, and the only true dead man among them.

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She turned to Skulduggery and held out her arms. “Come here, you. ” He tilted his head. “My hugs are for special occasions only. ” “Hug me. ” “I prefer the old tradition. ” “Hug. ” “Would a handshake do?” “Hug. ” “A pat on the back?” She stepped forward and wrapped her arms round him. “Hug,” she said. He sighed, and his hands settled on her shoulders. The others were warm and their embraces strong – with Skulduggery the hug was cold, and there were areas on his jacket that gave way beneath her fingers, and she could feel the emptiness within. She didn’t mind.

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There's a clock on the wall. Press your hand against the face and turn it very slightly to the. Left. There'll be a click to tell you it's done. " "Sounds easy enough. " "Yes it does," said Sanguine. "Kiss for good luck?" "Maybe later," said Gracious. "How about a handshake?" Asked Donegan.

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China is the same age as I am, and even I have to admit that she wears it better!" He laughed, then stopped and peered at her. "Because I'm a skeleton" he explained.

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A living skeleton isn't enough for you, is it? What does it take to impress young people these days?

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