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“You must convince your chiefs that what you're telling 'em is important, which ain't difficult, since they want to believe you, having chiefs of their own to satisfy; make as much mystery of your methods as you can; hint what a thoroughgoing ruffian you can be in a good cause, but never forget that innocence shines brighter than any virtue, "Flashman? Extraordinary fellow - kicks 'em in the crotch with the heart of a child"; remember that silence frequently passes for shrewdness, and that while suppressio veri is a damned good servant, suggestio falsi is a perilous master.”

Book:Flashman and the Dragon

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Flashman and the Dragon

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George MacDonald Fraser

George MacDonald Fraser was a renowned British author, known for his historical novels and biographies. His works often feature historical figures and are characterized by rich imagination and a deep understanding of history. more

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