Baby sister Quote by Kresley Cole
““Olivia sat back and propped her half-boots on the table. 'So far it's working. He has to return to me because I have his sister hostage.' She briefly put her fingertips to her lips. 'Did I just say that? I mean I'm protecting the baby sister and earning his trust””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Immortal Empire, 2015
A character rationalizes hostage‑taking as protecting a loved one, blurring moral lines
In simple terms: She justifies dangerous actions to protect a sibling
Key Takeaway
Consider the ethics of means versus ends
Themes
morality
protectiveness
conflict
Mood
tense
conflicted
Type
dramatic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family crisis
- high‑stakes negotiation
- personal dilemma
Key Concepts
ethical ambiguity
protective instincts
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the costs of protecting someone by harming another?
- When does protection become exploitation?
A Different Perspective
Rationalizing harm can erode trust and safety
