Retief: The Desert and the Stars

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Keith Laumer. Retief: The Desert and the Stars

The Desert and the Stars

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Retief: The Desert and the Stars

by Keith Laumer

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Back in the corridor, Magnan turned to Retief. “When will you learn not to argue with Under-Secretaries? One would think you actively disliked the idea of ever receiving a promotion. I was astonished at the Under-Secretary’s restraint. Frankly, I was stunned when he actually agreed to a Note. I, of course, will have to draft it.” Magnan pulled at his lower lip thoughtfully. “Now, I wonder, should I view with deep concern an act of open aggression, or merely point out an apparent violation of technicalities....”

“Don’t bother,” Retief said. “I have a draft all ready to go.”

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