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So, tell me,” he whispers. “How fast did you climb those…

“So, tell me,” he whispers. “How fast did you climb those fourteen stories?” Thomas makes a disapproving sound in his throat, but I break into a grin. Storm’s past. Metias loves me again. “Six minutes,” I whisper back to my brother. “And forty-four seconds. How do you like that?” “That must be some…” quote by Marie Lu
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“So, tell me,” he whispers. “How fast did you climb those fourteen stories?” Thomas makes a disapproving sound in his throat, but I break into a grin. Storm’s past. Metias loves me again. “Six minutes,” I whisper back to my brother. “And forty-four seconds. How do you like that?” “That must be some sort of record. Not that, you know, you’re supposed to do it.”

Marie Lu

About This Quote

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

A character boasts about a rapid ascent, mixing pride and rivalry, highlighting youthful competition and personal records.

In simple terms: Proudly sharing a fast climb record.

Key Takeaway

Celebrate achievements, but stay humble.

Themes

competition pride achievement

Mood

excited confident playful

Type

narrative conversational

When to use this quote

  • sports competition
  • gaming challenges
  • academic contests
  • career milestones

Key Concepts

personal records youthful rivalry confidence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives you to chase records?
  • How do you balance pride and humility?
A Different Perspective

Focus on speed can overlook safety or fairness.

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