Dreams come true all the time, just not for the dreamers

Artemis ducked. Cudgeon didn't. Guess what? Artemis was smarter.

Wait," said Butler. "Just wait, Holly. Artemis has a plan." He squinted through the green dome. "What is your plan, Artemis?" All Artemis could do was smile and shrug.

I have no time for babbling foolishness.” “Don’t be so hasty,” said Victor. “There’s always time for babbling.

How was your... eh... trip?" Artemis felt the sting of tears in his own eyes. "Um, eventful.

Ma was using her for-company voice. Sweet on the outside but with an underlying death threat.

How did that go?’ he asked. ‘Your first lengthy conversation with a girl your own age?’ ‘Fabulous,’ said Artemis, voice dripping with sarcasm. ‘We’re planning a June wedding.