Love Quote by V.S. Carnes
““My name, sir, is Virgilia Wessex. I am a Sunday school teacher from Sussex, England, and I have given you no leave to address me as anything.” His mouth seemed to almost smile, but if so, he caught it just on the brink and decided against it. “Well, I’ve just given the gent who found you first an obscene amount of money to address you however I please… Gillia.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Unbearable Lightness of Being, Milan Kundera, 1984
A character asserts authority over how they are addressed, rejecting imposed intimacy and demanding respect.
In simple terms: Demand respect for personal identity.
Key Takeaway
Insist on proper titles.
Themes
identity
respect
power dynamics
Mood
assertive
defensive
Type
dialogue
character
When to use this quote
- personal interactions
- formal settings
- customer service
Key Concepts
self‑determination
social hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you feel your title reflects your true self?
- How does language shape respect?
A Different Perspective
May be perceived as overly formal or rigid.
