Costis flinched and looked away from this compensation to…
““Costis flinched and looked away from this compensation to the king’s handicap, only to find himself staring directly into the king’s face instead. Eugenides matched Costis look for look, his expression grave, his eyes like pools of darkness deeper than Costis could penetrate. For a moment Costis could see, not so much what was hidden but that there were things hidden that the king did not choose to reveal. Things that were not for Costis to see. There was no understanding him, but Costis knew he would march into hell for this fathomless king, as he would for his queen. So long, he worried, as they didn’t order him in opposite directions at the same time. What he would do when that happened, Costis couldn’t guess.””
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 confronts hidden truths and the limits of perception, realizing some knowledge is deliberately concealed by power.
In simple terms: Power can hide truths, challenging perception.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper understanding beyond appearances.
Themes
power
perception
secrecy
Mood
mysterious
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political intrigue
- personal dilemmas
- strategic decisions
Key Concepts
Hidden motives
authority
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you risk to uncover hidden truths?
- How do you handle unknowable information?
A Different Perspective
Not all hidden knowledge is accessible; some remains forbidden.