Quote by K.J. Parker Download Open image ““Did you ever hear of a place called Sphoe?”” — K.J. Parker ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.2 out of 5 (5 ratings) Copy quoteShare
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It doesn't matter if your ignorant so long as you can find people to know stuff for you. — K.J. Parker Copy Share Image
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