But we are face to face with duty; and in such case must we shrink? For me, I say, no; but then I am old, and life, with his sunshine, his fair places, his song of birds, his music, and his love, lie far behind. You others are young. Some have seen sorrow; but there are fair days yet in store. What say you?
– Bram Stoker
Dracula, Chapter 18. Van Helsing appeals to the others to join him in his crusade to destroy Dracula. He reminds them of their duty to the greater good and says that he himself is dedicated to the mission.