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It's okay to want something that's going to hurt, I remind…

“It's okay to want something that's going to hurt, I remind myself. I move toward him, so we are close enough to touch. He takes my hand in his, fingers lacing together, and bends towards me. There is plenty of time for me to pull away from the kiss, but I don't. I want him to kiss me. My weariness…” quote by Holly Black
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““It's okay to want something that's going to hurt, I remind myself. I move toward him, so we are close enough to touch. He takes my hand in his, fingers lacing together, and bends towards me. There is plenty of time for me to pull away from the kiss, but I don't. I want him to kiss me. My weariness evaporates as his lips press against mine. Over and over, one kiss sliding in to the next. 'You looked like a knight in a story tonight,' he says softly against my neck. 'Possibly a filthy story.' I kick him in the leg, and he kisses me again, harder. We stagger against the wall, and I pull his body to mine. My fingers glide up under his shirt, tracing up his spine to the wings of his shoulder blades. His tail lashes back and forth, the furred end stroking over the back of my calf.””

Holly Black

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A passionate, risky intimacy is pursued despite awareness of potential pain, highlighting desire over fear.

In simple terms: Desire outweighs fear of hurt.

Key Takeaway

Embrace longing despite risk.

Themes

desire intimacy risk vulnerability

Mood

intense passionate conflicted

Type

narrative sensual

When to use this quote

  • romantic encounters
  • consensual BDSM play
  • exploring boundaries
  • trust building

Key Concepts

emotional intensity sensuality power dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance desire with personal safety?
  • When does risk become unhealthy?
A Different Perspective

Consent and safety must be prioritized; intensity can blur limits.

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