Gaze Quote by Amanda Hocking
““Loki started to speak, but his knees gave out. He pitched forward, and I rushed to catch him. He fell into my arms, and I lowered him to the floor. "Loki?" I brushed the hair back from his eyes, and they fluttered open. "Wendy." He smiled up at me, but the smile was weak. "If I'd known that this is what it would take to get you to hold me, I would've collapsed a long time ago." "What is going on, Loki?" I asked gently. If he hadn't been so obviously distressed, I would've swatted him for that comment, but he grimaced in pain when I touched his face. "Amnesty," he said thickly, and his eyes closed. "I need amnesty, Princess." His head tilted to the side, and his body relaxed. He'd passed out.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Darkest Minds, 2012
A character in pain seeks comfort and forgiveness, revealing vulnerability and the need for emotional support.
In simple terms: A wounded person asks for mercy and care.
Key Takeaway
Offer empathy and patience to those in distress.
Themes
vulnerability
forgiveness
emotional support
Mood
empathetic
hopeful
Type
narrative
emotional
When to use this quote
- relationship crisis
- friendship
- mental health
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychology
human connection
compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize genuine distress?
- What can you do to help someone in pain?
A Different Perspective
The plea for amnesty may be dismissed as dramatic rather than genuine.
