Perhaps all Kipling did was tap into the universal truth of those who serve, not for glory but for the benefit of their family and their home, they sacrifice so others may know freedom.
Doctor: You betrayed me … betrayed my trust. You betrayed our friendship, you betrayed everything that I’ve ever stood for. You let me down!
Clara: Then why are you helping me?
Doctor: Why? Do you think I care for you so little that betraying me would make a difference?
Clara: Then why are you helping me?
Doctor: Why? Do you think I care for you so little that betraying me would make a difference?