Evil seems fair and feels foul

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You have frightened me several times tonight, but never in the way that servants of the Enemy would, or so I imagine. I think of of his spies would–well, seem fairer and feel fouler, if you understand.

(Frodo speaking with Strider about trusting him, though they’ve only just met.)

J. R. R. Tolkien. (2005) The Lord of the Rings: One Volume. pg. 171