Adventure Quote by Emmuska Orczy
““Dear heart,” he murmured, “do not look on me with those dear, scared eyes of yours. If there is aught that puzzles you in what I said, try and trust me a little longer. Remember, I must save the Dauphin at all costs; mine honor is bound with his safety. What happens to me after that matters but little, yet I wish to live for your dear sake.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy, 1905
A lover urges his beloved to trust him despite danger, emphasizing duty over personal safety and the hope of future reunion.
In simple terms: He asks for trust while he must protect someone else.
Trust him, even in peril.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- war
- secret missions
- protecting a vulnerable person
- romantic partnership
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you balance love and duty?
- What risks are worth taking for others?
His personal desires are secondary, which may cause emotional strain.