You make a smile inside me, that is why I want you. The…
““You make a smile inside me, that is why I want you. The way a man wants his wife.” He ran a hand up her back, kneading her tense muscles. “You will trust this Comanche? As you did when you rode in a great circle back to me? This one last time, you will trust? No hurting after the virgin pain--and no shame. It is a promise I make for you, for always.” Her breath came out in a rush. “Hunter, I’m afraid.” “There is nothing to fear. You will trust, and I will chase your fear away, yes?” A tremor shook her. “I have made lies to you?” “No, never.” “Then you will trust--one last time?” “What will you do if I say no?” Hunter prayed she didn’t. “I will eat you and pick my teeth with your bones.” She laughed, the sound shrill, nervous, and wet with tears. “Or sure enough beat me?” “Ah, yes, I will beat you, sure enough.” He pressed his lips to the wild pulse in her temple, taking measure of her fear. His body tensed as he waited for her answer. “Blue Eyes, you will say yes to me?” “Tonight? Now?” “Yes, tonight. Before this time between us passes.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A lover offers trust and protection, confronting fear with intimacy while hinting at violent passion.
In simple terms: Trust and fear intertwine.
Key Takeaway
Embrace trust, confront fear.
Themes
romance
trust
fear
power dynamics
Mood
intense
conflicted
Type
literary
dramatic
When to use this quote
- relationship counseling
- intimate encounters
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
intimacy
psychological tension
Questions to Reflect On
- Can trust exist without fear?
- What boundaries protect intimacy?
A Different Perspective
Violent undertones risk normalizing abuse.