There is a hidden footpath at the base of the mountain. If you follow its winding, serpentine trail, you will arrive half of the way up. You can look out over the land and feel accomplished, for you have climbed very high, and there are many people below.
You can also look up. You will see the mountain's peak, where a precious few have managed to find perch. You will want to join them, and you will wonder how they got there. You will scan the area around you, but you will find that yes, this is the end of that footpath.
You might call up to the men at the top. Some will not be able to hear you, or will pretend not to. You can shout until your voice goes hoarse. Finally, one person, out of irritation or pity or sympathy, will reply.
"How did you get up there?" you will ask. "The footpath ends down here."
He will laugh. "So make your own."
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