Long time Quote by Julie Kagawa
““But I'm touched that you care. One moment, princeling," he called to Ash, who inclined his head. Taking my wrist, Puck steered me behind the fountain and bent close, his breath warm on my face. "I have to do this, princess," he said firmly. "Ash won't let us go without a fight, and this has been coming for a long time now." For a moment, a shadow of regret flickered across his face, but then it was gone. "So," he murmured, grinning as he tilted my chin up, "before I march off to battle, how 'bout a kiss for luck?" I hesitated, wondering why now, of all times, he would ask for a kiss. He certainly didn't think of me in that way... did he?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Iron Fey series by Julie Kagawa, 2010
A character seeks a brief, intimate moment before battle, revealing vulnerability and uncertainty about affection.
In simple terms: He asks for a kiss before fighting, showing doubt and hope.
Key Takeaway
Seek connection before conflict.
Themes
love
vulnerability
war
uncertainty
Mood
tension
hopeful
anxious
Type
dialogue
romantic
dramatic
When to use this quote
- pre‑battle
- confession
- relationship
- risk
Key Concepts
romance
honor
fate
Questions to Reflect On
- What does a kiss mean in a moment of danger?
- Can intimacy change the outcome of conflict?
A Different Perspective
He may be using the kiss as a distraction rather than genuine affection.
