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I am glad that at least Ruburt seems merry, since Philip is obviously in such low inner spirits.

(Philip, according to Seth, is the name of John Bradley’s entity.)

Philip cannot be different than he is, and any attempt at pretense will betray him, and not serve his purpose. His value to his company is appreciated by his superiors, and in the meeting which will take place, his stand as an individual is his main hope of success.

To back down would be disastrous. They intend now, even now, to compromise. But a firm stand on Philip’s part will result in compromises that they are not now considering, but that must be made to ensure his comparative happiness within the field.

Any compromise of principle on Philip’s part will be interpreted not as compromise, but as weakness, and will work against the respect with which they now view him.

If these points are considered and followed, then the financial gains will show themselves. I mentioned before that you do not clearly understand the meaning of practicality. You will get what you want, Philip, only because these men respect you despite differences. They know your value.

What you are willing to jeopardize, you will not jeopardize. What you fear to jeopardize, you will lose. These points are extremely important, and they will work, Philip. There is an almost animal sense with which men know another’s fear, and they can bargain with you if they scent fear.

Now. I have mentioned that we will have a party session in your new house, and I suggest that Philip be invited, for what will be a truly hilarious session.

We will indeed have a time; and I do intend, in a moment, to discuss a few other matters in which Philip is unfortunately involved.

I am, first, out of the splendid goodness of my heart, going to make a short suggestion. You have been so faithful, and indeed so studious in our discussion of matter, on matters that matter, that I will let you off, if Ruburt and you would like to accompany your down-in-the-mouth Philip on his trip from bar to bar.

You, Philip, must come to our party. I am going to put on a—he’s a slow writer—

Nevertheless, if these sessions were coming through you, Joseph, rather than through Ruburt vocally, then Philip’s wife would not be so concerned. This is not a conscious reaction on her part, although she does react consciously against the woman who has been recording the sessions.

What they fear is that the responsibilities of independence will be thrust upon them. Philip’s most personal inner image, the primary inner image, is of a single, free, independent male.

I do not usually address myself so thoroughly to personal matters. However, this has been due for a while. I will now let you rest. I suggest that the suggestions I have given Philip be read carefully and followed.

I will not leave you, but I will now end the session, and will follow you in your wanderings. I do not suggest blunder-headed drunkenness on your part, Philip; merely half.