There is no society that does not highly value fictional storytelling. Ever.
Oh, I'll live Ender's life, too. It's so much more interesting than my own." ~Val
I don't care if I pass your test, I don't care if I follow your rules. If you can cheat, so can I. I won't let you beat me unfairly - I'll beat you unfairly first. - Ender
And then he thought: Is this how idiots rationalize their stupidity to themselves?
Sickness and healing are in every heart; death and deliverance in every hand.
This emotion I'm feeling now, this is love, right?" "I don't know. Is it a longing? Is it a giddy stupid happiness just because you're with me?" "Yes," she said. "That's influenza," said Miro. "Watch for nausea or diarrhea within a few hours.