Compassion certainly seems to be wasted on you, sir!' she said tartly. 'Yes, of course it is. Besides, I like you, and I shan't if you pity me.
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In the book "Black Sheep" by Georgette Heyer, a conversation unfolds between two characters that highlights a tense emotional moment. One character expresses frustration, suggesting that the other does not appreciate compassion, revealing a deeper complexity in their relationship. This dynamic illustrates how feelings of sympathy can be perceived as condescending rather than supportive.
The second character responds with a defensive stance, indicating that any pity would distance them from the...
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