Character: Meriadoc Brandyback (Merry)

"Come to think of it, you're with us," Merry said. - Let's look at two counts.
"So far, I'm with you, yes," Gandalf confirmed, "but not for long. I won't go to Hobbit with you. Figure it out for yourself: it seems that they should have gotten used to it. Do you still not understand? I repeat: my times are over and it is not my business now to restore order or help those who bring it. By the way, my dear friends, you do not need help in any way, you will cope yourself. Not only have you grown up, but you've grown a lot. You have become the salt of the earth, and I am no longer afraid for any of you.