I've got a story to tell - my story. It won't always be a happy one, but I'm afraid that notion just isn't feasible, given my situation. You see, I'm a slave - I have been since the day I was born. Being a slave has had bearing on every aspect of my life, so clearly I am limited in my ability to tell you anything but an often tragic and heartbreaking tale. There have been moments of triumph for me, and I'll tell you about those too. But, understand...