Never tell a story because it is true: tell it because it is a good story.
A stray dog, I might understand," she said. "But this? You are too softhearted. " No, Mabry," Ravus said. "I am not. " He looked in Val's direction. "I think she wants to die. " Maybe you can help her after all," Mabry said. "You're good at helping people die.