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Tears in my eyes Quote by Pierce Brown

“Thank you, Matteo,” I say, tears in my eyes. I pick him up and hug him despite his protests. “If I live more than a week, I’ll have you to thank, my goodman.” He blushes when I set him down. “Manage your temper,” he reminds me, his small voice darkening. “Manners, manners, then burn their…” quote by Pierce Brown
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““Thank you, Matteo,” I say, tears in my eyes. I pick him up and hug him despite his protests. “If I live more than a week, I’ll have you to thank, my goodman.” He blushes when I set him down. “Manage your temper,” he reminds me, his small voice darkening. “Manners, manners, then burn their bloodydamn house to the ground.””

Pierce Brown

About This Quote

Source Novel: Red Rising, Pierce Brown, 2014

A character expresses deep gratitude and protective affection, promising future thanks if they survive, while also warning about temper and violent impulses.

In simple terms: Gratitude and warning about anger.

Key Takeaway

Cherish bonds, control anger.

Themes

friendship gratitude anger violence protection

Mood

intense reflective

Type

dramatic emotional

When to use this quote

  • family crisis
  • warzone
  • personal loss
  • intense confrontation

Key Concepts

emotional loyalty psychology conflict

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance gratitude with fear?
  • What steps can you take to manage temper?
A Different Perspective

The promise of thanks hinges on survival, which is uncertain.

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