We all know him to be a proud, unpleasant sort of man; but this would be nothing if you really liked him.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the idea that although someone may be perceived as proud and unpleasant, all those negative qualities become insignificant when you genuinely appreciate or admire them. It suggests that personal fondness or connection with someone can overshadow their negative traits, implying that our opinions of others can be swayed by the depth of our feelings towards them.

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