Edmond De GoncourtI have always derived indescribable pleasure from leading a decent woman to the edge of sin and leaving her there to live between the temptation and the fear of that sin.
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The phrase, “I have always derived indescribable pleasure from leading a decent woman to the edge of sin and leaving her there to live between the temptation and the fear of that sin” was written by Oscar Wilde. It is used to describe someone who acts as an escort to bring about the downfall of their intended victim. They are often viewed as charming, but also dangerous.
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