Why is it forked?

“We passed by a few workers, who did double takes as we ran past. I supposed tha…”

“I guess you don't get to watch much TV in Irkalla."He propped his head on one s…”

“I frowned. This from a man who just watched a midget riding a gimp?”

“Is that all you bought?” His eyes shot to the left. “Um.” I clenched my teeth. …”