But then everybody says that, though you have a brain like a peahen, you're the soul of kindness and generosity.'Well, I was handicapped here by the fact that, never having met a peahen, I was unable to estimate the quality of these fowls' intelligence, but she had spoken as if they were a bit short of the grey matter, and I was about the ask her who the hell she meant by 'everybody', when she resumed.
The narrator reflects on a sentiment expressed about their intelligence, specifically likening it to that of a peahen, which they find puzzling since they have no firsthand knowledge of what a peahen's brain might be like. The comparison suggests a lack of intelligence, which the narrator seems to grapple with, wondering about the accuracy of such a characterization.
Despite the insult, the quote acknowledges the narrator's positive traits, noting their kindness and generosity. This contrast between perceived intelligence and admirable qualities hints at the complexities of personality, where kindness can shine through despite less-than-flattering comparisons.
