Oh, brothers! I don't care for brothers. My elder brother won't die, and my younger brothers seem never to do anything else.

Summary

This quote reflects a sense of frustration and impatience towards the speaker's brothers. It suggests that the speaker does not have a good relationship with their family members, particularly their elder brother who, figuratively speaking, "won't die," meaning they are a constant source of annoyance or burden. Additionally, the speaker highlights their younger brothers' lack of productivity or accomplishment, implying disappointment or resentment towards their supposed lack of ambition or effort. Overall, the quote reveals the speaker's negative emotions and disinterest in their brothers.

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