“For others, in spite of myself, from myself.”

“My wicked heart will ramble on in spite of myself. (Arabella)”

“My knowledge of myself is direct, synthetic, from within outwards; my knowledge of other persons is indirect, analytical, from outside inwards. My knowledge of myself starts at the core; that of others at the crust.”

“Yet I will make you all love me and I will punish myself to spite your love.”

“In spite of myself, I gave a snort. "Just once, I'd like to hear a simple, straightforward prophecy.”

“You said you were a victim. That's why...that's why ultimately, you and I aren't matched for each other. In spite of everything that's happened, I've never though of myself that way. Being a victim means you're powerless. That you won't take action. Always...always I've done something to fight for myself...for others. No matter what.”