“Thank you,” said the Group. “I’d like to begin by making it clear we are only acting according to the facts stated in the Natural Lives of Marsoliie.”
A Single to one side shivered, and Carrie heard, “You can hardly call them facts.”
The Group ignored the comment and continued, “It’s well known that Group marsoliie are healthier, live longer and reproduce more often. We have the benefit of enhanced intelligence through the amalgamation of minds and shared histories and experiences, and we use up fewer resources because we’re more efficient. Communal living is good for everyone, and it’s the natural way. This is how our species evolved to be. Remaining Single at maturity is a deviation. It’s bad for you. We just want to help you understand that.”
The Group expanded its argument, and Car
