Good riddance Quote by Leigh Bardugo
““Nina pulled off her gown and the heavy rubber belly she had strapped over her tunic while Rotty rid himself of his beard and coat. They tied everything in a bundle and Nina tossed it overboard as they climbed into the bottleboat moored beneath Zentsbridge. “Good riddance,” she said as it sank into the water. “So little maternal sentiment,” Kaz said, emerging from behind the wine crates. “Where’s Inej?” “I’m fine,” said Inej from behind him. “But Kuwei—” “You’re bleeding again,” Nina observed as she slid behind the high stacks of crates to join them. There was little traffic on the canal now, but it didn’t do to take chances. “And what happened to your eyes?” “I’d tell you to ask the White Blade, but…” Inej shrugged. “I hope she suffered.” “Nina.” “What? We can’t both be merciful and serene.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “Six of Crows”, 2015
Characters discard burdens and confront harsh realities, showing both cruelty and fleeting compassion
In simple terms: Letting go of weight reveals harsh truths
Key Takeaway
Release burdens to face reality
Themes
survival
morality
betrayal
Mood
tense
dark
Type
literary
dramatic
When to use this quote
- war zones
- criminal underworld
- high‑stakes missions
- personal redemption arcs
Key Concepts
psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “maternal sentiment” mean here?
- How do characters balance mercy and survival?
A Different Perspective
Moral ambiguity may confuse readers
