United Kingdoms

— I don't see it that way, — Eric disagreed. — We don't live in the world we were given, but in the one we built with our own hands. It is the result of all the decisions made by everyone who lives in it. In the end, even tyranny and slavery are only possible with the consent of those who are most oppressed. And I think that the sooner people realize this, the better. Unfortunately, I doubt that even thousands of years of development will lead people to realize this.

— Then let's start by becoming better, starting with ourselves, — the merchant remarked. — It's a small contribution, but perhaps the Universe will feel it! I would suggest we drink to that. So that people more often make the right, fair decisions — not only for those around them, but also for themselves. So that they appreciate each other's work, as they appreciate the work of those soldiers who fought in the recent battle. Any work is valuable — if it has the right direction, if it is for something good! Especially if you sacrifice everything for it.
Lex raised his glass and, looking at the soldiers, tried to drink with them.
Mirna, on the other hand, didn't hesitate and drank without a second thought.