Gaze Quote by Richelle Mead
““I smiled at him. Leaning down, I kissed him gently. He probably thought I was doing it for the reasons I always did, out of attraction and desire. In truth, it was a goodbye kiss. His mouth answered mine, his lips warm and eager. I held out the kiss a little longer, both to fight back the tears leaking out of my eyes and to lull him into an unsuspecting state. My hand closed around the chair leg, which I'd hidden in my hoodie pocket. I would never forget Dimitri, not for the rest of my life. And this time, I wouldn't forget his lessons.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “A Court of Thorns and Roses” series, 2015–2022
A farewell disguised as intimacy, using a kiss to conceal grief and protect a secret weapon.
In simple terms: A goodbye hidden in a kiss.
Key Takeaway
Use gestures wisely to mask true emotions.
Themes
betrayal
love
loss
secrets
Mood
somber
reflective
tense
Type
literary
emotional
strategic
When to use this quote
- goodbyes
- secret missions
- emotional coping
- protecting allies
Key Concepts
emotional manipulation
grief
protective deception
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance honesty with strategic concealment?
- When is a tender act a tactical move?
A Different Perspective
The kiss may betray vulnerability, risking the opponent's suspicion.
