103 you frankly, uncle: the trawlers bring much income to the state every year. The truth is they’re a boost to the economy. No matter how much you protest, uncle, there’s no hope of getting rid of them, believe me.’ Having spoken, the young district officer for fisheries turned round and wouldn’t face the old man anymore – like once upon a time Ol’ Pigtail Cob had turned away and would no longer face the sea.
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