"Is that what you call speaking up? Well, I guess I shouldn't be surprised..." Riou said, looking at Gerry, still concerned. "Seriously. Are you going to be okay?"
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"Alcohol is a disease. It is vile and disgusting. It's a crutch for the weak, and a tool for oppressors. It festers in communities and dissolves their connections and better sense. It makes people violent, obnoxious, and stupid. That seems like a start for what I want to say about it." Athena replied. "As for this problem of yours, there is always a solution. You just haven't looked for it."