The old man laid a withered, spotted hand on his shoulder. It hurts, b…

George R. R. Martin
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The old man laid a withered, spotted hand on his shoulder. It hurts, boy, he said softly. Oh, yes. Choosing . . . it has always hurt. And always will. I know. ✨ George R. R. Martin (2012). George R. R. Martin's A Game of Thrones 5-Book Boxed Set (Song of Ice and Fire Series): A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, A Feast for Crows, and and A Dance with Dragons, p.554, Bantam
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