• Governor Tombelog was initially wary of the human salesman.
  • But the pitch was convincing.

‘It’s called the internet, it’s changed Earth, once everyone on Mars has a receiver you can brainwash them with any old drivel.’

‘Could I make Martians think they need me to be their leader for life?’

‘Absolutely.’ 

‘And are you sure they’ll become addicted?’

‘Of course, the electronic narrative is irresistible.’

‘How?’

‘Simple, it lies -for example, just take a look at this video.’

‘That is impressive, how did he fit all those blocks into a Fiat Punto?’

‘Keep looking, what happens next will shock you.’