Cock Quote by J.D. Robb
““There! There it is again! What language is that?" From the bed, Roarke shifted. "I believe it's known as rooster." With the weapon at her side, she stared at him, slack-jawed. "Are you fucking kidding me?" "Not a bit. It's morning, more or less, and that's a cock signaling the dawn." "A cock?" "I'd say. I don't think Sindead and her man want you to stun their rooster, but I have to say, Lieutenant, you make a fascinating picture." She heaved out a breath, set her weapon down. "Jesus Christ, we may as well be on another planet." She slid back into bed. "And if your cock gets any ideas about signaling the day, remember I've got a weapon.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Darkover series by Marion Zimmer Bradley, 1970s
A character uses a literal rooster as a metaphor for an unexpected, disruptive signal that forces a reassessment of plans.
In simple terms: A rooster signals unexpected disruption.
Key Takeaway
Stay alert to surprising signals.
Themes
surprise
communication
disruption
Mood
cautious
humorous
Type
reflective
satirical
When to use this quote
- military
- exploration
- team dynamics
- crisis management
Key Concepts
metaphor
unexpected events
signal detection
Questions to Reflect On
- What unexpected signals have you missed?
- How do you verify surprising information?
A Different Perspective
Relying on a single signal can mislead if context is ignored.
