I guess, what I'm saying is that when I've been this surprised by my own characters and world, all bets are off.
I weep for the liberty of my country when I see at this early day of its successful experiment that corruption has been imputed to many members of the House of Representatives, and the rights of the people have been bartered for promises of office.
When you want a thing done, 'Don't do it yourself' is a good motto for Scoutmasters.