con artist - quotes and descriptions to inspire creative writing

I developed my con skills because I had to survive. Having them is the same as carrying a loaded gun. I can defend or attack, be hero or villain. But then, I see your skills too, it's not as if you do anything to hide them. You are one of the good gals. I'm a good guy. Let's do this, okay?

A con artist cons themselves hardest of all, because what they do is not art yet theft.

The con artist cons themselves out of their chance to develop an honest soul.

The con thief is back again, how strange it is watching him work. It is as if I am a bystander to a poor magician.