I was unaware of the requirements and regulations surrounding copyright protections for art. I didn’t know a degree was mandatory, nor that conforming to certain expectations was the price of receiving what you’ve earned.

I want nothing to do with those criminal business partners, except to reclaim what is rightfully mine. I made it clear 18 years ago that I find them reprehensible. The one thing I loathe most in this world is any attempt to enslave or control me. I am neither your pet nor your friend—stay away from me.

I have no problem cutting off those who seek to enslave or impoverish me. In fact, I’m eager to rid myself of such toxic influences.