Business Quote by Claudia J. Edwards
![“Dard, [...] forgive me, but I wasn't in love with you. I wanted you. That's a very different thing. I like you and I enjoy your company, and for a while I lusted for you. But I don't want to go north with you and be your queen. Even if I were in love with you I wouldn't want that. I swore an oath…” quote by Claudia J. Edwards](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/7f4/claudia-j-edwards-57336_business_dard-forgive-me-but-i-wasn-t-in-love-wit_502389.jpg)
““Dard, [...] forgive me, but I wasn't in love with you. I wanted you. That's a very different thing. I like you and I enjoy your company, and for a while I lusted for you. But I don't want to go north with you and be your queen. Even if I were in love with you I wouldn't want that. I swore an oath when i became an officer and I can't, and won't, surrender my allegiance to my king.””
About This Quote
A confession of platonic affection versus romantic desire, coupled with a duty-bound refusal to betray loyalty to a sovereign.
In simple terms: Friendship, not love, and loyalty to a king.
Key Takeaway
Honor duty over personal desire.
Themes
love
duty
honor
conflict
identity
Mood
thoughtful
conflicted
Type
dramatic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- courtship
- military service
- political intrigue
- personal decision
Key Concepts
oath
royal allegiance
personal desire
Questions to Reflect On
- Can duty ever be reconciled with personal love?
- What sacrifices are justified for loyalty?
A Different Perspective
Duty may conflict with personal feelings, causing inner turmoil.
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