Bad luck Quote by Sarah J. Maas
““Why,” he asked. “Why did you save her?” She dragged a hand through her hair. A white bandage around her upper arm peeked through her shirt with the movement. He hadn’t even been conscious for that wound. He stifled the urge to demand to see it, assess the injury himself—and tug her close against him. “Because that golden-haired witch, Asterin … ,” Aelin said. “She screamed Manon’s name the way I screamed yours.” Rowan stilled. His queen gazed at the floor, as if recalling the moment. “How can I take away somebody who means the world to someone else? Even if she’s my enemy.” A little shrug. “I thought you were dying. It seemed like bad luck to let her die out of spite. And …” she snorted. “Falling into a ravine seemed like a pretty shitty way to die for someone who fights that spectacularly.” Rowan smiled, drinking in the sight of her: the pale, grave face; the dirty clothes; the injuries. Yet her shoulders were back, chin high. “You make me proud to serve you.” A jaunty slant to her lips, but silver lined her eyes. “I know.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas, 2021
A character wrestles with the moral conflict of saving an enemy because of personal loyalty, highlighting the complexity of duty versus compassion.
In simple terms: Saving an enemy can be driven by love and duty.
Key Takeaway
Consider the humanity in your adversaries.
Themes
loyalty
compassion
conflict
war
identity
Mood
conflicted
hopeful
determined
Type
literary
character-driven
When to use this quote
- battlefield
- rescue missions
- personal relationships
- leadership decisions
Key Concepts
moral dilemma
personal sacrifice
empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to protect someone you hate?
- How do personal bonds reshape wartime ethics?
A Different Perspective
The decision may be viewed as betrayal by allies.
