Quote by Orson Scott Card

I'm accusing you of violating the laws of nature, he said, irritated at my failure to respond. Nature's virtue is intact, I reassured him. I just know some different laws.

I'm accusing you of violating the laws of nature, he said, i

Summary

In this quote, the speaker is being accused of going against the laws of nature by someone who is seemingly frustrated with their lack of reaction. The speaker, however, calmly explains that nature's integrity remains intact, implying that they are not defying or breaking natural laws. Rather, they imply that their understanding of different laws, distinct from those commonly recognized, is what allows them to perceive and operate within a different framework than the accuser. This quote suggests a divergence in perspectives and knowledge, emphasizing the concept of alternative truths or interpretations beyond what is commonly accepted.

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Nature Failure Virtues

By Orson Scott Card

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