Faerie Quote by Kiersten White
““Out of the trees came faerie after faerie, the entirety of the Dark Court, who had apparently been listening to the whole exchange. I looked at Reth, shocked, but he just smiled. I clenched my jaw and shook my head, annoyed. They’d had a plan all along, and it hadn’t involved me. I was here for show— Hey, look! Our pet Empty One! You can hitch a ride back if you join now! Limited time offer! “I did warn her you were less likely to come if you thought you weren’t in charge,” Reth said, his voice cracked but his tone self-congratulatory. “Did you warn her I’m highly likely to back out of the entire thing if you piss me off?” “Perhaps you had better watch your back, stupid glowy golden faerie man whore.” He frowned at me. “That made no sense.” “Good! Now maybe I can join your club.” I took a step away from him but immediately felt terrible when he swayed and looked like he was going to fall.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Dark Court, Kiersten White, 2021
A protagonist feels manipulated by a faerie court, confronting betrayal and the temptation of a dubious offer, while grappling with personal frustration.
In simple terms: He is frustrated by being used and tempted by a shady deal.
Key Takeaway
Question motives and resist manipulation.
Themes
betrayal
power
fantasy
trust
Mood
tense
conflicted
Type
narrative
dialogue
When to use this quote
- role‑playing game
- creative writing
- team dynamics
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
court politics
faerie lore
personal agency
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you do when offered a risky shortcut?
- How do you confront betrayal without losing composure?
A Different Perspective
The offer may be a trap; trust is fragile.
