Aedion Quote by Sarah J. Maas
““The king picked up his goblet, swirling the wine inside. 'I didn't receive word that your legion was here.' "They're not." Chaol braced for the execution order, praying he wouldn't be the one to do it. The king said, "I told you to bring them, General." "Here, I was thinking you wanted the plesure of my company.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Throne of Glass, 2012
A ruler demands loyalty while a subordinate fears carrying out a deadly command, highlighting tension between duty and conscience.
In simple terms: A leader asks for help, but the assistant worries about killing.
Key Takeaway
Consider the moral cost of obedience.
Themes
power
loyalty
morality
conflict
Mood
tense
anxious
dramatic
Type
literary
dialogue
dramatic
When to use this quote
- military orders
- court intrigue
- personal conscience
- leadership decisions
Key Concepts
authority
obedience
ethical dilemma
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you do if ordered to betray your values?
- How does power corrupt communication?
A Different Perspective
The king may be manipulating truth, making the subordinate’s fear possibly unfounded.
