Game of Thrones (TV Series)

Garden of Bones (2012)

Aidan Gillen: Petyr 'Littlefinger' Baelish

Quotes 

• Petyr 'Littlefinger' Baelish : If war were arithmetic, the mathematicians would rule the world.

• [Renly parleys with Littlefinger in his command tent while Brienne stands guard] 

  Renly Baratheon : Now you do the Lannisters' bidding, is that it? Tell me, was my brother's body even cold before you secured your newest patron?

  Petyr 'Littlefinger' Baelish : I'm a practical man.

  Renly Baratheon : Just not a loyal one.

  Petyr 'Littlefinger' Baelish : And who would you have me be loyal to? Your brother's corpse?

  Renly Baratheon : I don't like you, Lord Baelish. I don't like your face. I don't like the words that come oozing out of your mouth. I don't want you in my tent one minute more than necessary. So tell me, why are you here?

  [Littlefinger glances at Brienne] 

  Renly Baratheon : You can trust Brienne. Her loyalty comes without charge.

  Petyr 'Littlefinger' Baelish : You still have many friends at court, Your Grace. Many who believe Ned Stark erred by not supporting your claim.

  Renly Baratheon : Now I understand. You know I have the numbers. You know I'm marching on King's Landing. When I take the throne, you hope to retain your position... and your head.

  Petyr 'Littlefinger' Baelish : I would give priority to my head. I understand that you don't like me and, while that saddens me greatly, I do not come here today seeking your affection. When you march on King's Landing, you may find yourself facing a protracted siege, or... open gates.

  [Renly looks up in interest] 

• Petyr 'Littlefinger' Baelish : [walks along with Margaery on his way to his tent]  I did notice your brother entering His Grace's tent just now.

  Margaery Tyrell : The place of a Kingsguard is by the King's side.

  Petyr 'Littlefinger' Baelish : And on the night of your wedding, who was by the King's side then?

  Margaery Tyrell : [smiles]  You seem quite interested in our marriage.

  Petyr 'Littlefinger' Baelish : [with barely-contained smirk]  Your marriage is quite interesting. Not only to me, but... to the realm. The marriage of a wealthy girl *always* breeds interest, if nothing else.

  Margaery Tyrell : You've never married, have you?

  Petyr 'Littlefinger' Baelish : I've been unlucky in my affections... sadly.

  Margaery Tyrell : That is sad. Though perhaps it's for the best. The whole notion of marriage seems to confuse you, so allow me to explain. My husband is my King, and my King is my husband. Here is your tent, Lord Baelish. Good night