You do not want to help us,” Will said to Magnus. “You do…
““You do not want to help us,” Will said to Magnus. “You do not want to position yourself as an enemy of Mortmain’s.” “Well, can you blame him?” Woolsey rose in a whirl of yellow silk. “What could you possibly have to offer that would make the risk worth it to him?” “I will give you anything,” said Tessa in a low voice that Will felt in his bones. “Anything at all, if you can help us help Jem.” Magnus gripped a handful of his black hair. “God, the two of you. I can make inquiries. Track down some of the more unusual shipping routes. Old Molly —” “I’ve been to her,” Will said. “Something’s frightened her so badly she won’t even crawl out of her grave.” Woolsey snorted. “And that doesn’t tell you anything, little Shadowhunter? Is it really worth all this, just to stretch your friend’s life out another few months, another year? He will die anyway. And the sooner he dies, the sooner you can have his fiancée, the one you’re in love with.” He cut his amused gaze toward Tessa. “Really you ought to be counting down the days till he expires with great eagerness.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A character debates whether to help a dying friend or pursue personal desire, highlighting moral dilemmas and sacrifice.
In simple terms: Choosing between helping a friend and personal love is a moral test.
Key Takeaway
Weigh duty against personal desire.
Themes
morality
choice
friendship
love
sacrifice
Mood
dramatic
conflict
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- medical decisions
- family crises
- war
- business negotiations
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
ethics
character development
conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you sacrifice for a loved one?
- How do you resolve conflicting loyalties?
A Different Perspective
The right choice may still lead to loss; outcomes are uncertain.