Jingo/Heartwarming

"The commander swallowed. 'We give in', he said. 'What, just like that, sir?' said his sergeant. 'Without a fight?' 'Yes, sergeant. Without a fight. This man can make water run uphill and he has a commander. I love the idea of giving in without a fight. I've fought for ten years and giving in without a fight is what I've always wanted to do.'"
 * This may be a minor one, but I really like the relief of the Klatchian commander:

"'Er... how long do yo uthink my legs are?' 'Um...' She looked at the knitting. 'Do you need a scarf?'"
 * It is a small thing, but... Lady Sybil has been occupying her mind with knitting socks for Vimes.