Quote by Napoleon Bonaparte

Power is my mistress. I have worked too hard at her conquest to allow anyone to take her away from me.

Power is my mistress. I have worked too hard at her conquest

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker has become enamored with power. They have dedicated a significant amount of effort and sacrifice to achieve power and are now fiercely possessive of it. The quote implies a willingness to do whatever it takes to protect and retain this power, potentially showcasing a relentless ambition and a fear of losing the control and influence they have gained.

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