Look, I know this will drive you insane, but we can't employ you because you have a criminal record.
I have a criminal record because of a drug habit I never had.
S2Salvation
[talking about Sydney at his hearing] When I look at her, when I look at the little girl who raised herself to become one of the most extraordinary human beings and one of the finest agents I've ever had the privilege of knowing, I see only the promise of my own redemption. Turning myself in was the only way I could think of to make that clear to her, to prove that despite... my limited abilities as a father, I love her more than I could ever say.
S2The Counteragent
I'm trying to live a normal life, which was always hard given what I do. But it's gotten harder since I met your daughter. It's not that knowing her hasn't made my life better. It has. But it's also made it that much worse. I think I've said enough.
The problem, Mr. Vaughn, is that to the one person who matters, you haven't said anything.
Listen, this may not mean anything to you. This may not be something you can understand or appreciate, but we have rules. Very clear and important rules that govern the relationship between a handler and his asset.
And between a man and a woman?
Approaching the building.
Good luck, Sydney.
I don't need you to wish me luck, you son of a bitch.
That's a wonderful attitude.
I need access to Arvin Sloane.
Why?
Because I intend to kill him.
I can get you to Sloane, but only if you promise to let me keep the antidote.
No. Sloane first. Then you'll get back your precious antidote.
What exactly did you promise Sark?
That I would render Sloane unconscious and deliver him to Sark.
So he could kill him.
Yes.
There are just so many problems with this that I don't even know where to begin.
Tell me you agree with me, that we have no choice in this.
Of course we have a choice. And it's a moment I never wanted you to face. To kill someone. I'm not talking about self-defense. I'm talking about premeditated murder. To be there when the door closes on him for the last time. Knowing you are responsible. That is something you never came close to considering before getting to know your mother.
S2Passage, Part I
[to Sydney] You're so willing to take risks for your country. Why aren't you willing to do the same for your own happiness?
[to Sydney] This watch belonged to my father. It's broken now, but it used to keep perfect time. And when he gave it to me, he said, "You could set your heart by this watch." It stopped October 1st -- the day we met.
[to Sark] Hi. Welcome. Don't kill me.
Look, I understand that none of you are inclined to believe a word I say but I assure you, it's not in my best interest to betray you. You've given me an opportunity of a lifetime, and I don't intend to squander it.
I must admit, this is one of the most impressive operations I've seen. Though it is a touch pathetic how so many of them believe they actually work for the CIA.
Look at me. You've offered me a substantial prize to make our partnership worthwhile, but do not think for a second that gives you the right to insult my people.
[to Jack] You said you didn't tell us the truth because you were trying to protect me, because you didn't want to risk Sark finding out that I was a double agent. The thing is, someone now has the ability to detonate six nuclear weapons and I am responsible. So I am going to be part of the team that finds and disarms those warheds no matter what you do. But if you were telling the truth when you said you wanted to protect me, then, Mom, I need your help.
Offer me proof that she's alive. Until then, know this: as soon as I hang up the phone, I will use every available resource to find out who I'm talking to. And when I do... it will be my sincere pleasure to make your acquaintance.
S2Passage, Part II
What do you want?
MCMysterious Caller
One hundred million in bearer bonds.
This is about money?
MCMysterious Caller
Everything is about money. Instructions for the drop have been electronically mailed to you. You have twenty-four hours. Fail to deliver the bonds, and the next delivery will go to the Alliance.
So, Sydney, how's school?
I'm writing my dissertation... supposedly.
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