"Because it's kind of great, being an idea that everybody likes. But I could never be the idea to myself, not all the way."

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Before I could lose my courage, I said, "Don't I get a kiss for luck? It's kind of a tradition, right?" I figured she would punch me. Instead, she drew her knife and stared at the army marching toward us. "Come back alive, Seaweed Brain. Then, we'll see.

— Rick Riordan