Ask questions Quote by Sarah J. Maas
““I am having the Princess of Eyllwe questioned in my council room tomorrow night,” the king said quietly enough that only Chaol could hear, turning his stallion to follow after the pack of hounds that rushed through the thawing woods. “I want six men outside the room. Make sure there are no complications or interruptions.” The look the king gave him suggested exactly the sort of complication he had in mind—Celaena. Chaol knew it was risky to ask questions, but he said, “Is there anything specific that I should prepare my men for?” “No,” the king said, nocking an arrow to his bow and firing at a pheasant that surged up from the brush. A clean shot—right through the eye. “That will be all.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Throne of Glass, 2012
The king orders a covert interrogation, hinting at hidden danger and political intrigue.
In simple terms: A secret questioning with potential trouble.
Key Takeaway
Expect hidden threats in covert operations.
Themes
politics
danger
secrecy
power
trust
Mood
tense
strategic
Type
narrative
dramatic
When to use this quote
- royal council
- military planning
- espionage
- protecting secrets
Key Concepts
court intrigue
risk assessment
loyalty
strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you prepare for unseen risks?
- What signals reveal hidden agendas?
A Different Perspective
The king’s confidence may mask deeper conspiracies.
