If I may ride with you, Citizen Evremonde, will you let me…
“If I may ride with you, Citizen Evremonde, will you let me hold your hand? I am not afraid, but I am little and weak, and it will give me more courage." As the patient eyes were lifted to his face, he saw a sudden doubt in them, and then astonishment. He pressed the work-worn, hunger-worn young fingers, and touched his lips. "Are you dying for him?" she whispered. "And his wife and child. Hush! Yes." "Oh, you will let me hold your brave hand, stranger?" "Hush! Yes, my poor sister; to the last.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A vulnerable character seeks comfort and courage through physical contact, revealing deep emotional needs and solidarity.
In simple terms: Seeking comfort shows strength.
Key Takeaway
Offer support to those in need.
Themes
vulnerability
comfort
human connection
Mood
tender
hopeful
Type
literary
emotional
dramatic
When to use this quote
- friendship
- family crisis
- emotional support
- intimate moments
Key Concepts
empathy
courage
dependency
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you provide comfort without overstepping?
- When does seeking help become a burden?
A Different Perspective
Physical contact may not always resolve underlying fear.