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Alan," cried I, "what makes ye so good to me? What makes…

“Alan," cried I, "what makes ye so good to me? What makes ye care for such a thankless fellow?" Deed, and I don't, know" said Alan. "For just precisely what I thought I liked about ye, was that ye never quarrelled:—and now I like ye better!” quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
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“Alan," cried I, "what makes ye so good to me? What makes ye care for such a thankless fellow?" Deed, and I don't, know" said Alan. "For just precisely what I thought I liked about ye, was that ye never quarrelled:—and now I like ye better!”

Robert Louis Stevenson

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The speaker admires Alan for his lack of quarrels and feels a deeper affection because of that calmness.

In simple terms: Appreciating calmness deepens affection.

Key Takeaway

Value peaceful traits.

Themes

friendship appreciation character affection

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

literary conversational

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • conflict avoidance
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

interpersonal dynamics emotional insight

Questions to Reflect On

  • What qualities do you truly value in others?
  • How does calmness affect trust?
A Different Perspective

Quietness may hide other issues.

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