Terry PratchettNo! Please! I'll tell you whatever you want to know! " the man yelled. "Really?" said Vimes. "What's the orbital velocity of the moon?"" What?"" Oh, you'd like something simpler?
About This Quote
When asked to tell the truth, people often respond by telling the truth. This is the opposite of lying. It is a normal human response that can be considered basic morality. To punish someone for something that they have not done, or punished them for something that they did not do is against all known laws of man.
People are often punished for things they did not do, or will not do. "No! Please! I'll tell you whatever you want to know!" - As this person was asking for information about their boss, his boss might think this person would use deceitful methods to try to get the information. If he does not trust this person, he may punish him in some way; maybe by taking away his job or giving him a demotion in rank.
If he does trust this person, he may give him more information about their company and how it operates, in an effort to earn his trust back.
Source: Night Watch
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