Well, damme, William, I am sorry: I am very sorry, indeed…
““Well, damme, William, I am sorry: I am very sorry, indeed I am. But injustice is a rule of the service, as you know very well; and since you have to have a good deal of undeserved abuse, you might just as well have it from your friends.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
In a corrupt system, suffering is inevitable, and one may accept it from friends as a lesser evil.
In simple terms: Corruption forces acceptance of abuse.
Key Takeaway
Seek justice, not resignation.
Themes
justice
corruption
friendship
Mood
critical
thought‑provoking
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- military life
- political oppression
- personal ethics
Key Concepts
ethical dilemmas
power structures
loyalty
Questions to Reflect On
- Is it ever justified to accept abuse from friends?
- How can one resist systemic injustice?
A Different Perspective
Accepting abuse can normalize injustice.