Even the smallest of the starlings' concerns grew in importance until it seemed equal to the worries of kings. - Christopher Paolini

My mind is the only sanctuary that has not been stolen from me. Men have tried to breach it before, but I've learned to defend it vigorously, for I am only safe with my innermost thoughts.

What have you done?' he said, his voice hollow and strained. He stepped back and put his fists to his temples. 'What have you done!'
With an effort, Eragon said, 'Made you understand.

Go slowly, so that you do not bite your tail by accident.