The-crown-tower Quote by Michael J Sullivan
““We've talked about this before, Royce," Arcadius yelled at him. "You aren't to hurt the students." "You said don't kill," Royce replied. "If you don't want misunderstandings, then be specific. The little baron boy will live. Trust me, I know where to stick a knife.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unknown, dialogue excerpt
A character warns another to be precise about harming, emphasizing that a specific target will survive while others may not.
In simple terms: Be specific about who you intend to harm, and protect the innocent.
Key Takeaway
Precision in intent can spare the vulnerable.
Themes
ethics
violence
intent
protection
Mood
tense
dark
serious
Type
dialogue
dramatic
warning
When to use this quote
- military orders
- conflict
- personal vendettas
Key Concepts
moral dilemma
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- Who decides who is worthy of protection?
- Can intent alone justify violent actions?
A Different Perspective
Precision can be misused to justify selective harm.
