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Forever Quote by Kim Harrison

“I cannot stay," he lied for me, eyes averted. "I'm only going to be here for a time, then leave you." His gaze met mine. "And I will cry when I go, because I could love you forever.” quote by Kim Harrison
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““I cannot stay," he lied for me, eyes averted. "I'm only going to be here for a time, then leave you." His gaze met mine. "And I will cry when I go, because I could love you forever.””

Kim Harrison

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Hollows series by Kim Harrison, 2005–present

A lover confesses that they will eventually leave, yet their love endures beyond separation, causing inevitable sorrow.

In simple terms: Love persists even when parting is inevitable.

Key Takeaway

Cherish love while present.

Themes

love parting loneliness

Mood

melancholy reflective

Type

literary romantic

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • breakups
  • long-distance love
  • grief

Key Concepts

attachment transience emotional conflict

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can love survive absence?
  • How do we cope with inevitable loss?
A Different Perspective

Love may fade after departure, challenging the promise of forever.

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