A scene from The Princess Bride 1987
Buttercup

If you'll release me ... whatever you ask for ransom, you'll get it, I promise you...

Man in Black

And what is that worth, the promise of a woman? You're very funny, Highness.

Buttercup

I was giving you a chance! It does not matter where you take me. There's no greater hunter than Prince Humperdinck. He could track a falcon on a cloudy day. He can find you.

Man in Black

You think your dearest love will save you?

Buttercup

I never said he was my dearest love! And yes, he will save me. That I know.

Man in Black

You admit to me you do not love your fiance?

Buttercup

He knows I do not love him.

Man in Black

"Are not capable of love" is what you mean.

Buttercup

[indignant]

I have loved more deeply than a killer like yourself could ever dream!

Man in Black

[The Man In Black **** his hand back, ready to slap Buttercup. She flinches.]

That was a warning, Highness. The next time, my hand flies on its own. Where I come from, there are penalties when a woman lies.

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