"If they knew it was there, and what it is worth.

Then, as I've told you, much of the stuff here must not be handled except by experts, and I didn't want people coming in my absence and taking risks.

The remainder of my reason for living so alone is cowardice, pure and simple." "Cowardice?
You! Oh no!" "Thank you!" said the Harvester.

"But it is! Some day I'll tell you of a very solemn oath I've had to keep.

It hasn't been easy.