Quote by Orson Scott Card

That was the most terrible thing that a woman could to a decent man: look vulnerable and ask him for mercy. If he refused her he'd be denying all his instincts as a provider and protector.

That was the most terrible thing that a woman could to a dec

Summary

This quote implies that when a woman appears vulnerable and pleads for mercy, it puts a decent man in a difficult situation. If he declines her request, it goes against his inherent instincts to provide and protect. Thus, it suggests that rejecting a vulnerable woman's plea can be perceived as an act of betrayal to his role as a provider and protector, causing inner conflict for the man.

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By Orson Scott Card

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