“The efficiency of the cleaning solution in liquefying wizards suggested the operation of an antithetical principal, which-"
"Did you have to get him started?" Cimorene asked reproachfully.”

—  Patricia C. Wrede, book Calling on Dragons

Source: Calling on Dragons

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