Quote by Terry Pratchett

Quick, someone's coming! Look real!

Quick, someone's coming! Look real!

Summary

This quote suggests a situation where someone urgently notifies others to act natural or pretend they are not up to something suspicious. It implies the need for immediate and believable behavior in order to avoid suspicion or consequences from the arrival of an unexpected person. The urgency conveyed in the quote implies that there may be something to hide or protect, adding a sense of secrecy or potential risk to the situation.

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By Terry Pratchett

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