Quote by William Butler Yeats

Those that I fight I do not hate, those that I guard I do not love.

Those that I fight I do not hate, those that I guard I do no

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This quote suggests that the speaker's approach to conflicts is rooted in pragmatism rather than emotions. They do not hold hatred towards their enemies, as their focus is solely on opposing them. Similarly, they do not experience love towards those they protect, as their duty is to ensure their safety rather than forming emotional attachments. The quote highlights a detached outlook that prioritizes executing one's responsibilities without being influenced by personal feelings.

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