But just promise me something, okay? I know how girls get…
““But just promise me something, okay? I know how girls get. I know how they hate their boyfriends having a best friend who’s a girl. Just promise me you won’t cut me out of your life totally. That we can still hang out sometimes.' 'Sometimes?' Simon shook his head. 'Clary, you’re crazy.' Her heart sank. 'You mean...' 'I mean that I would never date a girl who insisted that I cut you out of my life. It’s non-negotiable. You want a piece of all this fabulousness?' He gestured at himself. 'Well, my best friend comes along with it. I wouldn’t cut you out of my life, Clary, any more than I would cut off my right hand and give it to someone as a Valentine’s Day gift.' 'Gross,' said Clary. 'Must you?' He grinned. 'I must.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A friend declares they will never abandon a close friend, even if it means making a painful sacrifice, emphasizing loyalty over societal expectations.
In simple terms: Friendship is non‑negotiable, even if it seems extreme.
Key Takeaway
Value loyalty above social pressure.
Themes
friendship
loyalty
boundaries
relationships
identity
Mood
conflicted
determined
hopeful
Type
dialogue
literary
character
When to use this quote
- high school romance
- friendship dilemmas
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
non‑negotiable commitment
personal sacrifice
social norms
Questions to Reflect On
- How far would you go to keep a friend?
- When is loyalty harmful?
A Different Perspective
May the extreme promise strain trust or cause resentment.