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that remains - and I have to live with that. So why am I saying all this? I want you to know I am sorry for
what I’ve done. And to give you one piece of advice: don’t follow my footsteps. And don’t miss the ride
that the Greater Bay Area promises. A pot of gold awaits those with an undaunting spirit of adventure. Go
dig it up, but only with a pair of clean hands.
I am already like a drink being poured out, and the hour of my departure is near. If I fail to get out of this
country, I shall never see you ever again (jailbreaking is a capital offence in this country). But I want you to
know that I love you and that I am proud to have you as my son.
Sincerely,
Your father
John J.