"Ȝe, so thow seyst," quod Troilus tho, "allas,
But, god woot, it is naught the rather so. fful hard were it to helpen in this cas, ffor wel fynde I that fortune is my fo;
Ne al the men that riden konne or go
May of hire cruel whiel the harm withstonde; ffor as hire list she pleyeth with free and bonde."
(Chaucer 136)
In many stances, Troilus himself is guilty of taking no action and maintaining a rather passive position as a manner of facing the developing situation. Many would criticize not only his initial indecision when coming to terms of his love for Criseyde, but also his failing to fight for a woman whom he claimed to love dearly. Clearly, his underlying belief in the power of fortune becomes a key …show more content…
Most importantly, Troilus is pressured by his social status and duty to Troy. In the most important instance, for example, Troilus is conflicted by the exchange taking place. On one hand, he is reluctant to let go of his love and heartbroken once they are parted. On the other hand, however, Troilus admits that this decision is perhaps the best one concerning the welfare of Troy. He is aware of his duty to the town, conflicted by his love for Criseyde, and oblivious on how to balance