I shall be an autocrat, that's my trade and the good Lord will forgive me, that's his.

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker sees themselves as someone who wields absolute power and control, like an autocrat. They view this as their inherent nature or profession. Furthermore, the speaker seems to express the belief that, despite their autocratic tendencies, they believe that they will be forgiven by a higher power, likely referring to God. Overall, it reflects a mindset of embracing and justifying authority and dominance, regardless of potential moral implications.

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