She kissed their knife marred bodies, for every act of war has, at its heart, an act of mercy.

About This Quote

When a person has to take a drastic action, whether it be for the protection of their own life or the lives of others, they have to be willing to do so. They can’t be afraid of the consequences and must be willing to go through with the action. This quote is about the price that must be paid for each and every act of war.

Source: Swords & Steam Short Stories

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