This Is Not About You

"You see, it's very important that we create a safe, nurturing atmosphere here. We want everyone here to feel comfortable, open, and unthreatened."

"That seems like a reasonable goal," I said.

"We're worried, though, that you may create conflict. And we want to foster and environment where everyone can feel safe... Everyone who's still alive, that is. I hope you will respect that."

And then the sharkmen came into the room and devoured me whole.