The response man has the greatest difficulty in tolerating is pity, especially when he warrants it. Hatred is a tonic, it makes one live, it inspires vengeance, but pity kills, it makes our weakness weaker.
Honore de BalzacRich women need not fear old age; their gold can always create about them any feelings necessary to their happiness.
Honore de BalzacThe woman you buy takes a great deal of money. The woman who gives herself to you takes all your money.
Honore de Balzac