What's the matter with them out there? They must know we mean them no harm.
They're certainly aware by now that we're totally incapable of it.
There must be something to do, something I've overlooked.
In chess, when one is outmatched, the game is over: checkmate.
Is that your best recommendation?
I'm s... [straightening himself] I regret that I can find no other logical alternative.
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