Stop.” “You don’t want me to stop, you stupid, stubborn…
““Stop.” “You don’t want me to stop, you stupid, stubborn bastard.” Edgard snarled and devoured Trevor’s mouth in another possessive, bruising kiss. Before Trevor could break free from the temptation, a distressed gasp somewhere to the left speeded up the process. Trevor shoved Edgard away. He spun so fast he lost his balance. But the damage had been done. Chassie stood in the shadows in absolute shock. Chapter Seven Not happening. Not happening. Not happening. Her body, her will, her consciousness appeared to be floating in another dimension, as this one shifted and twisted into the surreal. She couldn’t believe her eyes. Not happening. Not happening. Not happening. She had not witnessed her husband in the arms of another man. She had not seen him kissing another man like he was everything in his world. She had not heard the details of how they’d been together, what they’d been together. She had not imagined how badly they wanted to be together now. Not happening. Not happening. Not happening. The mantra she’d used during her childhood to vanquish nightmares wasn’t working this time.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A chaotic, surreal scene reveals a character’s denial and trauma as reality blurs, highlighting the struggle to confront painful truths.
In simple terms: Denial clashes with harsh reality.
Key Takeaway
Face truth, not escape.
Themes
trauma
denial
surrealism
relationship
psychology
Mood
dark
intense
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- relationship counseling
- creative writing
Key Concepts
cognitive dissonance
emotional breakdown
fantasy elements
Questions to Reflect On
- How does denial affect healing?
- What role does surreal imagery play in processing grief?
A Different Perspective
Escapism can deepen distress.