Brutal
Both words in one sentence
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As the series goes on, Glokta develops a pretty strong conscience in spite of his brutal methods, which is in stark contrast to the shallow asshole he was in his youth.
Source: Literature / The First Law -
In stark contrast to the brutal Pyro, Charnel is entirely understanding if you decide not to stick with him in his ending, and merely wishes you well.
Source: Video Game / Sacrifice -
Her daughter Sansa Stark was initially the purest example of The Ingenue, but a brutal cutie-breaking is slowly turning her into this.
Source: Silk Hiding Steel
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