Gaze Quote by Michelle Rowen
““Is your future faery bride too ugly for you?” Rhys leaned back against the head rest and studied the seat back in front of him. “That’s not it.” “Too old or too young?” “No.” I rolled my eyes, but smiled. This was why he was upset. He hadn’t landed the perfect bride-to-be. “Her pretty faery wings aren’t the right shade of sparkly lavender and pink?” His eyes flashed with anger. “Actually, she doesn’t have faery wings.” “She doesn’t?” “No. As a matter of fact, the dragon oracle tells me the girl I’m supposed to marry, the one destined to someday become the queen of the faery realm, isn’t a faery at all.” Okay, that was surprising. Not a faery? “She isn’t?” I said. “Then who is she?” His expression was severe as he turned to look me right in the eye. “You,” he said””
About This Quote
Source Short story: Unknown, possibly online fiction
A quest for a perfect partner reveals that expectations may be misplaced.
In simple terms: Expectations can be misleading.
Key Takeaway
Question what you truly seek in a partner.
Themes
expectations
identity
disillusionment
Mood
curious
introspective
Type
literary
contemplative
When to use this quote
- dating
- self‑reflection
- storytelling
Key Concepts
Narrative
self‑discovery
fantasy
Questions to Reflect On
- What qualities truly matter to you?
- How do you recognize authentic connection?
A Different Perspective
Idealized visions may ignore real compatibility.
