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Two Words Quote by Cassandra Clare

“Unfortunately, you may have to delay your plans for sororicide a bit longer. Gabriel Lightwood is downstairs, and I have two words for you. Two of your favorte words, at least when you put them together. "'Utter simpleton'?" inquired Will. "'Worthless upstart'?" Jem grinned. "'Demon pox,"' he said.” quote by Cassandra Clare
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““Unfortunately, you may have to delay your plans for sororicide a bit longer. Gabriel Lightwood is downstairs, and I have two words for you. Two of your favorte words, at least when you put them together. "'Utter simpleton'?" inquired Will. "'Worthless upstart'?" Jem grinned. "'Demon pox,"' he said.””

Cassandra Clare

About This Quote

Source Novel: “The Dark Artifices”, 2016

The character faces a delay in a dangerous plan, using wordplay to hint at a looming threat.

In simple terms: Plans may be postponed, but danger persists.

Key Takeaway

Stay vigilant despite setbacks.

Themes

danger delay strategy languageplay

Mood

tense dark

Type

fictional strategic

When to use this quote

  • mission planning
  • team dynamics
  • enemy encounters

Key Concepts

tension anticipation conflict

Questions to Reflect On

  • What risks arise from postponing action?
  • How does wordplay reveal character motives?
A Different Perspective

Delays can give opponents advantage.

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