The Immortal (2012)

Authors: Christopher Pike

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“"No," Sryope said. "Why should I have such a dream? It is not possible for an immortal to become mortal." ""But if it were possible, would it be something you'd desire?" "Is this another of your foolish questions?" "You will answer it, Sryope, lest we all assume you are afraid to answer it." Sryope spoke proudly. "I am afraid of nothing. No, I would not choose to be one if it were possible." "Why not?" Minos asked.
"Because mortals are mortal. They grow old and die. Their lives are beset with c...alamities. They suffer illness, wounds to their bodies, the limits of being 163 CHRISTOPHER PIKE confined to the surface of the Earth. These are not things any god or goddess would desire." Minos nodded. "Your answer is reasonable. This court will now move to the heart of the accusations against you." "Thank Zeus for that," Sryope mumbled.
Minos spoke bitterly. "You are proud, Sryope. You spend your gifts freely over the surface of the Earth, where your fellow gods have counseled you not to walk, and then you dole out what favors strike your mood on Mt.MoreLess Read More Read Less

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