Broken glass Quote by Ari Marmell
““The front door of the Flippant Witch gave a series of loud clicks and swung inward. Renard Lambert, his blue-and-purple finery resembling a plum in the twitching lanterns, practically hurled himself through the open doorway “Widdershins!” he called loudly, cape flowing behind him, “I—gaaack!” He ducked, barely in time to avoid the carafe that shattered loudly against the wall just behind his head. The tinkling of broken glass, a dangerous entry chime indeed, sounded around him. “Oh,” Genevieve said, her tone only vaguely contrite. “It's just your friend. Sorry, Renard.” “Sorry? Sorry?! What the hell were you—ah. Um, hello, ah, Widdershins." Widdershins, who had lurched to her feet as the door opened, was suddenly and forcibly reminded by Renard's stunned stare that Genevieve had disrobed her in order to get at the rapier wound. Blushing as furiously as a nun in a brothel, she ducked behind her blonde-haired friend and groped desperately for her shirt. “Didn't mean to take your head off, Renard,” Genevieve said, mainly to distract him. “But you rather startled us.” “Quite understandable,” the popinjay responded absently, his eyes flickering madly as he fought to locate some safe place to put them.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Flippant Witch by Ari Marmell, 2021
A chaotic, comedic scene where a character’s reckless entrance leads to unintended danger and awkward apologies.
In simple terms: A wild entrance causes trouble and awkward apologies.
Watch your actions and consider consequences.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- fantasy adventure
- role‑playing game session
- improvised theater
- high‑energy storytelling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance excitement with safety?
- When does a joke become harmful?
Humor can mask real risk; impulsive actions may harm others.