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“I ought to break your neck!" Clayton interrupted. Too late, Whitney realized that she shouldn't have been standing all this time on her "injured" knee. "Allow me to congratulate you on a fine day's work, Madam," he said sternly. "In less than twelve hours, you've brought Whitticomb to your side…” quote by Judith McNaught
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“I ought to break your neck!" Clayton interrupted. Too late, Whitney realized that she shouldn't have been standing all this time on her "injured" knee. "Allow me to congratulate you on a fine day's work, Madam," he said sternly. "In less than twelve hours, you've brought Whitticomb to your side and Cuthbert to your feet.”

Judith McNaught

About This Quote

Source Novel: “The Warrior’s Promise” by Judith McNaught, 1995

A hero’s intervention saves a wounded ally, highlighting bravery and loyalty in dire moments.

In simple terms: Heroes help the injured.

Key Takeaway

Act bravely for others.

Themes

heroism loyalty conflict

Mood

dramatic tense

Type

literary action

When to use this quote

  • battlefield
  • medical rescue
  • teamwork

Key Concepts

narrative tension character development

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it right to intervene?
  • What risks are acceptable?
A Different Perspective

Heroism may have costly consequences.

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