Don’t worry.” He sounded maddeningly amused. “I know what…
““Don’t worry.” He sounded maddeningly amused. “I know what I’m doing. I won’t drown us.” She squinted her eyes against the tearing wind. “Are you testing what Alec said about some of these bikes being able to go underwater?” “No.” He leveled the bike out carefully as they rose from the river’s surface. “I think that’s just a story.” “But Jace,” she said. “All the stories are true.” She didn’t hear him laugh, but she felt it, vibrating through his rib cage and into her fingertips. She held on tightly as he angled the cycle up, gunning it so that it shot forward and darted up the side of the bridge like a bird freed from a cage. Her stomach dropped out from under her as the silver river spun away and the spires of the bridge slid under her feet, but this time Clary kept her eyes open, so that she could see it all.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Confidence and trust in a partner can override fear; shared stories and belief in each other empower daring actions.
In simple terms: Trust lets you act despite danger.
Key Takeaway
Rely on trusted allies when facing risk.
Themes
trust
adventure
belief
friendship
Mood
tense
hopeful
Type
narrative
motivational
When to use this quote
- high‑stakes missions
- teamwork
- personal growth
- overcoming fear
Key Concepts
courage
shared narratives
risk taking
Questions to Reflect On
- What stories do you tell yourself to stay brave?
- How do you know when to trust a partner’s judgment?
A Different Perspective
Overconfidence can lead to reckless decisions if not balanced with caution.