--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I would have thought,” Arobynn said…" description: "\"“I would have thought,” Arobynn said, “given how close you two were, and your abilities, that you’d somehow be able to sense it. Or at least hear of it..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/883/sarah-j-maas-58_dorian_i-would-have-thought-arobynn-said-given_2821482.jpg" --- # I would have thought,” Arobynn said, “given how close you… ![“I would have thought,” Arobynn said, “given how close you two were, and your abilities, that you’d somehow be able to sense it. Or at least hear of it, considering what he was accused of.” The prick was enjoying every second of this. If Dorian was dead or hurt— “Your cousin Aedion has been…” quote by Sarah J. Maas](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/883/sarah-j-maas-58_dorian_i-would-have-thought-arobynn-said-given_2821482.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/883/sarah-j-maas-58_dorian_i-would-have-thought-arobynn-said-given_2821482.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/883/sarah-j-maas-58_dorian_i-would-have-thought-arobynn-said-given_2821482.jpg) > ““I would have thought,” Arobynn said, “given how close you two were, and your abilities, that you’d somehow be able to sense it. Or at least hear of it, considering what he was accused of.” The prick was enjoying every second of this. If Dorian was dead or hurt— “Your cousin Aedion has been imprisoned for treason—for conspiring with the rebels here in Rifthold to depose the king and put you back on the throne.” The world stopped.”” [Sarah J. Maas](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/sarah-j-maas/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. A character expects supernatural insight from a close friend, but the truth is darker, involving betrayal and political intrigue. **In simple terms:** Friend's abilities are questioned; betrayal revealed. Key Takeaway Question assumptions about others' powers and loyalties. Themes fantasy betrayal politics friendship Mood suspenseful dramatic Type narrative character‑driven When to use this quote - family conflict - political rebellion - personal discovery - strategic planning Key Concepts prophecy loyalty court intrigue Questions to Reflect On - How do secrets alter relationships? - What drives characters to betray? A Different Perspective Overreliance on intuition can lead to misjudgment. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet ## Related quotes > [“Don't speak about those days, Dorian--they are dead." "The dead linger sometimes. The man upstairs will not go away. 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