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The next time you decide to stab me in the back, have the guts to do it to my face.
— Mal ‧ Firefly
Behind the line May contain spoilers.
Our reading
An editorial interpretation.
The speaker accuses someone of betrayal and says that if it happens again, they should at least be brave enough to do it openly. The jab is bitter and sarcastic. Underneath is a demand for honesty and courage, even in hostility.
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