Only a battle lost is sadder than a battle won.

Dovie'andi se tovya sagain!

Dance with her, and she will forgive much. Dance well, and she will forgive anything.

I've come to give you your gift back, Mordeth," Cauthon whispered. "I consider our debt paid in full.

The Empress will follow where you go," she said. "So she will," Mat said. "As I'll follow where she goes, I suppose. I hope that doesn't lead us in too many circles.

I will hate the man you choose because he is not me, and love him if he makes you smile. No woman deserves the sure knowledge of widow’s black as her brideprice, you least of all.

When a woman says she will obey you, of her own will, it is time to sleep lightly and watch your back.