Quote by Kristin Cashore
““He looked at his feet and cleared his throat. He rubbed his neck, and sighed. How she wished again that he weren’t here. For the tears would spill onto her cheeks, and she couldn’t stop them. “Well,” Raffin said. “And I’ll see you again someday, my love.” She reached up for him then and wrapped her arms around his neck, and he lifted her up off the ground and hugged her tight. She breathed into the collar of his shirt and held on. And then her feet were on the ground again. She turned away and climbed into her saddle. “We leave now,” she said to Po. As their horses cantered out of the stable yard, she didn’t look back.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Graceling, Kristin Cashore, 2008
A lover comforts another, offering emotional support and a brief escape before they must continue their journey apart.
In simple terms: Comfort and love provide temporary relief before parting.
Key Takeaway
Cherish moments of intimacy even when they’re fleeting.
Themes
love
comfort
parting
hope
strength
Mood
tender
hopeful
Type
fictional
romantic
When to use this quote
- romantic scene
- farewell
- mountain travel
- emotional climax
- character bonding
Key Concepts
emotional intimacy
temporary solace
departure
courage
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this moment reveal about their bond?
- How do they cope with inevitable separation?
A Different Perspective
The brief comfort may not resolve deeper conflicts.
