Ballad of the Sad Cafe and Other Stories Compassion Quotes

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Quote #10

He was conscious of a warmth in his chest, and a feeling of pity, protectiveness, and dreadful understanding. For a while he was in a state of lovely confusion. (Madame.35)

The circumstance of caring and compassion is enjoyable for Mr. Brook, it seems.

Quote #11

"We'll have a quiet supper by ourselves up here. That's a good girl." Emily sat on the side of the bed and he opened the door for a quick departure. "I'll be back in a jiffy." (Domestic.34)

Martin speaks to his wife like a child. Does he take care of her this way because he wants to, or because it's better for the children?