In my time,” he said, “they believed in witches. Are you a…
“In my time,” he said, “they believed in witches. Are you a witch, Honor, that you make me say these things to you?” Causing him to rip open wounds that had stayed safely scabbed over for so long that, most of the time, he managed to forget they existed. Her hands, so very, very gentle, continued to hold his face as she tugged him down until their foreheads touched. “I’m no witch, Dmitri. If I was, I’d know how to fix you.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A wounded man doubts his worth, but a gentle lover offers healing and acceptance.
In simple terms: Love can heal deep wounds.
Key Takeaway
Accept love’s healing power.
Themes
love
healing
trust
Mood
tender
reflective
Type
romantic
emotional
When to use this quote
- relationship counseling
- personal therapy
- supportive friendships
- creative writing
Key Concepts
trauma recovery
emotional intimacy
self‑acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true healing look like?
- How can you offer gentle support to someone in pain?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize unhealthy dynamics.