Olenna Quotes

There is entirely too much tut-tutting in this realm, if you ask me. All these kings would do a deal better if they put down their swords and listened to their mothers.

I was very sorry to hear about your losses. Your brother was a terrible traitor, I know, but if we start killing men at weddings they'll be more frightened of marriage than they are presently. (Olenna Tyrell to Sansa Stark

I have taught my Margaery what comely is worth, I hope. Less than a mummer’s fart.

I’ve known a great many clever men. I’ve outlived them all. Do you know why? I ignored them” – Lady Olenna Tyrell

As the servants brought out a broth of leeks and mushrooms, Butterbumps began to juggle and Lady Olenna pushed herself forward to rest her elbows on the table. “Do you know my son, Sansa? Lord Puff Fish of Highgarden?” “A great lord,” Sansa

You just do what needs to be done.

Would you like that, Sansa?” asked Margaery. “I’ve never had a sister, only brothers. Oh, please say yes, please say that you will consent to marry my brother.” The words came tumbling out her. “Yes. I will. I would like that more than anything. To wed Ser Loras, to love him …” “Loras!” Lady Olenna sounded annoyed. “Don’t be foolish, child. Kingsguard never wed. Didn’t they teach you anything in Winterfell? We were speaking of my grandson Willas. He is a bit old for you, to be sure, but a dear boy for all that. Not the least bit oafish, and heir to Highgarden besides.” Sansa felt dizzy; one instant her head was full of dreams of Loras, and the next they had all been snatched away. Willas! Willas! “I,” she said stupidly. Courtesy

Olenna Tyrell: I'd hate to die like your son, clawing at my neck, foam and bile spilling from my mouth, eyes blood-red, skin purple. Must've been horrible for you as a Kingsguard, as a father. It was horrible enough for me — a shocking scene — not at all what I intended. You see, I'd never seen the poison work before. Tell Cersei: I want her to know it was me.

Tywin: "My stomach remains quite strong, however. The only thing that might turn it are details of your grandson's nocturnal activities. Do you deny them?" Olenna: "No, not at all! A sword swallower through and through.