He hasn't earned your your mercy." Nessy replied, "Mercy isn't earned. It's given.

A. Lee Martinez
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In the world of fiction, a character who does not receive mercy from a villain will usually be killed by that villain. Many villains find it an essential part of their character that they are never merciful; however, there is a difference between showing mercy and granting it. Mercy is granted by God, but is earned through the actions of the sinner.

Source: Too Many Curses

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