Pennie

“We don't want you along," Vin said. "We don't trust you - and we don't like you.”
― Brandon Sanderson, The Well of Ascension

“Besides, just because they wore frills and makeup didn't mean they weren't dangerous[...]”
― Brandon Sanderson, The Hero of Ages

“People don't like us, my dear. The idea that someone who can play with their emotions, who can "mystically" get them to do certain things, makes them uncomfortable. What they do not realize - and what you must realize - is that manipulating is at the core of our social interaction. (...) Think about it. What is a man doing when he seeks the affection of a young lady? Why, he is trying to manipulate her to regard him favorably. What happens when two old friends sit down for a drink? They tell stories, trying to impress each other. Life as a human being is about posturing and influence. This isn't a bad thing, in fact, we depend upon it. These interactions teach us how to respond to others.”
― Brandon Sanderson

“That's what trust is. It's about giving someone else power over you. Power to hurt you.”
― Brandon Sanderson, The Hero of Ages