Waited Quote by C.S. Pacat
““I mean that we hold the centre. We hold everything from Acquitart to Sicyon. Can we not call it a kingdom and rule it together? Am I such a poorer prospect than a Patran princess, or a daughter of the Empire?’ He made himself say no more than that, though the words crowded in his chest. He waited. It surprised him that it hurt to wait, and that the longer he waited, the more he felt he couldn’t bear to hear the answer, brought to him on a knife point. When he made himself look at Laurent, Laurent’s eyes on him were very dark, his voice quiet. ‘How can you trust me, after what your own brother did to you?’ ‘Because he was false,’ said Damen, ‘and you are true. I have never known a truer man.’ He said, into the stillness, ‘I think if I gave you my heart, you would treat it tenderly.’ Laurent turned his head, denying Damen his face. Damen could see his breathing. After a moment he said in a low voice, ‘When you make love to me like that, I can’t think.’ ‘Don’t think,’ said Damen. Damen””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Song of Achilles, 2011 (fictional dialogue)
A character seeks mutual rule and trust, offering his heart while confronting past betrayals and fear of waiting for answers.
In simple terms: Trust and vulnerability in partnership amid past hurts.
Key Takeaway
Offer trust despite fear.
Themes
trust
vulnerability
power dynamics
Mood
dramatic
intense
Type
fictional
dialogue
When to use this quote
- intimate relationships
- conflict resolution
- personal healing
Key Concepts
romantic partnership
psychological conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- Can trust be built after betrayal?
- How does fear of waiting affect decision making?
A Different Perspective
May idealize unhealthy dynamics.
