The Quest for Karla/Heartwarming

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  • A very offbeat example in Smiley's People, when Toby Estherhase refuses to sell Smiley an expensive but fake Degas statuette. It's both a warning about the dangers of Smiley's current project and an expression of genuine loyalty.
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