# Quote — David Gemmell, Waylander II

> "I thought you were the best," she chided. "Fathers always seem that way," he said dryly. "But no. With bow or knife I am superb. But with the sword? only excellent." "And so modest. Is there anything at which you do not excel?"

- Author: [David Gemmell](https://www.leafyquotes.com/david-gemmell.md)
- Book: [Waylander II](https://www.leafyquotes.com/david-gemmell/waylander-ii.md)
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