Truce Quote by Kelly Oram
““The way I see it,” Carter said, “I have to keep your secret because if I don’t call a truce with you, that someone who’s going to get killed someday will probably be me.” I shrugged. He was right about that. But I smiled again and held out my hand. “Fine. Truce.” “Truce,” Carter agreed, and shook my hand. “So how about a statement for my article?” “Sure. ‘No comment.’ ””
About This Quote
Source Fiction: Short story “The Truce” by Kelly Oram, 2015
Keeping secrets can protect lives, but confronting truth may require personal risk and compromise.
In simple terms: Secrets protect; truth demands risk.
Key Takeaway
Balance secrecy with honesty.
Themes
ethics
trust
conflict resolution
personal sacrifice
Mood
reflective
tense
Type
ethical
dramatic
When to use this quote
- journalism
- personal relationships
- legal negotiations
- conflict mediation
Key Concepts
moral dilemma
communication
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the costs of keeping a secret?
- When is a truce insufficient?
A Different Perspective
Compromise may not resolve underlying threats.
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