Concierge 2: That was surprising. I thought for sure he’d go the other way.

Concierge 1: I thought so too. But either way, that settles it. The agreement was a first to a billion, wasn’t it?

Concierge 2: Yes. It’s rather unfortunate for them, but no one can say we didn’t give humanity a choice.

Concierge 1: True enough. Free will is tricky that way. I can never figure out if it’s a strength or a flaw.

Concierge 2: Well, perhaps the next world will prove more decisive. Let’s go.