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inheritance-and-fate
Rod McBan's future and legacy are implied to be shaped by his past actions and the moves made by key players, emphasizing destiny and consequence.
1 chapter across 1 book
The Planet Buyer (1964)Cordwainer Smith
Chapter 5
The epilogue and coda of 'The Planet Buyer' reveal the aftermath of Rod McBan's actions and hint at his future inheritance, while also addressing the legal consequences faced by Houghton Syme for his attempted crime involving a mutated sparrow. Additionally, Lord Jestocost consults an ancient prediction machine, which cryptically foretells an impending, unstoppable change centered around a boy, implying a significant transformation for the world.