Martin Vanger

It's hard to believe that the fear of offending can be stronger than the fear of pain, but you know what? It is.

And they always come willingly. And then they sit there. They know it's all over, just like you do. But somehow, they still think they have a chance. "Maybe if I say the right thing. Maybe if I'm polite. If I cry, if I beg." And when I see the hope draining from their face, like it is from yours right now, I can feel myself... getting hard.

You know what's harder than shooting someone? Just missing him. That was a very good shot up at the cabin.

— It didn't work. I'm here.
— Mikael, it did work. You're here.

— We value our independence very much.
— Independence in publishing is dependent on advertisers.

But, you know, we're not that different, you and I. We both have urges. Satisfying mine requires more towels.

I like that part a lot. Having a chat when both of you know that one of you is going to die.