Who said "Hope is the first step on the road to disappointment"?

This quote is attributed to Tyrion Lannister.

Hope is the first step on the road to disappointment - Tyrion Lannister

"Hope is the first step on the road to disappointment"

Tyrion Lannister Hope

Character in A Storm of Swords

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"I drink and I know things"

"Some old wounds never truly heal."

"Justice is a word."

"Gold buys allegiances."

"Every day is a new opportunity."

"Hope is what gets us through difficult times."

"I'm not your enemy, kid. I'm trying to save you."

"Redemption is a long road."