It's possible that you've encountered this phrase in a specific story, book, or movie, where it might have a unique meaning within that particular narrative.
To understand what it could mean, I need more context. Could you tell me:
* Where did you hear this phrase? (In a book, movie, conversation, etc.)
* What was the context? (What was happening when it was mentioned?)
With more information, I might be able to help you decipher the meaning!