Cinder Quote by Marissa Meyer
““Excellent," said Cinder, standing up and brushing off her hands. "I was beginning to worry we wouldn't have a pilot for when it's time to take Kai back to Earth. Now I just have to worry about not having a competent one." Thorne leaned against the crate Cress was organizing. She froze, but when she dared to peer up through her lashes, his attention was on the other side of the cargo bay. "Oh, Cinder, I've missed seeing your face when you make sarcastic comments in an attempt to hide your true feelings about me." "Please." Rolling her eyes, Cinder started organizing the guns against the wall. "See that eye roll? It translates to 'How am I possibly keeping my hands off you, Captain?" "Yeah, keeping them from strangling you." Kai folded his arms, grinning. "How come no one told me I had such steep competition?" Cinder glared. "Don't encourage him.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Cinder (Lunar Chronicles) by Marissa Meyer, 2012
Cinder worries about finding a skilled pilot for Kai’s return, while also navigating romantic tension with Thorne and Kai’s jealousy.
In simple terms: Cinder is concerned about pilot competence and romantic dynamics.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize competence and address feelings directly.
Themes
responsibility
romance
competition
communication
Mood
tense
hopeful
Type
dialogue
dramatic
romantic
When to use this quote
- space mission planning
- team leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
pilot selection
relationship dynamics
jealousy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance professional duties with personal feelings?
- What steps ensure competence over chemistry?
A Different Perspective
Emotions may cloud judgment, hindering objective decisions.
