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Quote #10
For a moment she wanted to turn and run, but Ralon was waiting back at home. Better to face George's friends—who were honest villains—than Ralon the sneak. (3.160)
Once she's at the palace, Alanna quickly learns that social class is not the main determinant of someone's worth as a human being. The way she sees it, lower-class folks who are up front about their agendas have more honor than nobles like Ralon. And it's better to confront an enemy openly than have someone back-stabbing you.