Gaze Quote by Kiersten White
““By all means, stay,” Anne said. “Have a seat. We’ll take care of you next.” “Yeah, see, I think someone else is going to be on trial next.” Baring my teeth at her in a grin I pulled out my file folder. “I’ve got some interesting reading here. And I even brought copies for everyone so you don’t have to share.” A distinguished-looking South American man on the end shook his head. “What is this? Another farce?” “No, but bonus points for using a funny word. You really want to read what I have here. Anne, you’ll be especially interested, since you have a starring role.” “Enough. Rhia—” Reth quickly flicked his wrist at her; her mouth kept moving, but no sound came out. It was one of the most satisfying things I’d ever seen. Sure, that trick had sucked when he used it on me, but I wholly approved of it now.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Unseen World by Kiersten White, 2023
A character uses a clever, non‑verbal trick to silence a rival, highlighting power dynamics and the satisfaction of outwitting an opponent.
In simple terms: Silencing a rival with a trick shows power and satisfaction.
Key Takeaway
Use wit to control tense situations.
Themes
power
control
wit
conflict
satisfaction
Mood
tense
triumphant
strategic
Type
dialogue
dramatic
psychological
When to use this quote
- courtroom drama
- political negotiation
- personal confrontation
- team meetings
Key Concepts
non‑verbal communication
psychological dominance
strategic silence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain ethical boundaries when using psychological tactics?
- When does cleverness become manipulation?
A Different Perspective
The trick may backfire if the target discovers the method.
