You told me about the time with Cassian, but did you and…
““You told me about the time with Cassian, but did you and Azriel ever...?' A sharp laugh. 'No. Azriel? After that time with Cassian, I swore off any of Rhys's friends. Azriel's got no shortage of lovers, though, don't worry. He's better at keeping them secret than we are, but... he has them.' 'So if he were ever interested would you...?' The issue, actually, wouldn't be me. It'd be him. I could peel off my clothes right in front of him and he wouldn't move an inch. He might have defied and proved those Illyrian pricks wrong at every turn, but it won't matter if Rhys makes him Prince of Velaris- he'll see himself as a bastard-born nobody, and not good enough for anyone. Especially me.' 'But... are you interested?' 'Why are you asking me such things?' Her voice became tight, sharp. More wary than I'd ever heard. 'I'm still trying to figure out how you all work together.' A snort, that wariness gone. I tried not to look too relieved. 'We have five centuries of tangled history for you to sort through. Good luck.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The character doubts their desirability and fears being unworthy, despite external interest.
In simple terms: Self‑worth is questioned despite others’ attraction.
Key Takeaway
Accept your value independent of others’ opinions.
Themes
self-esteem
love
identity
Mood
introspective
melancholic
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- dating
- friendship
- self‑acceptance
- personal growth
Key Concepts
validation
inner conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines your worth beyond others’ views?
- How can you nurture self‑acceptance?
A Different Perspective
External validation cannot replace inner confidence.