Books Quote by Veronica Rossi
““First of all, I’ve never been afraid of you. I’ve been afraid of being with you. Secondly, you have it backward. I knew you wouldn’t run. I was afraid I would. I was afraid I don’t have the ‘stick-around’ gene, and that I’d just check out like my dad. By keeping things superficial, I was sparing us the bigger hurt when I leave.” He leans back a little, the tension releasing from his brow. He nods. “Solid read on me, Martin. But you’re wrong about you.” “I am?” “Hundred percent. You might take the long road from time to time, but you never actually leave. You’re here for Bas, aren’t you? And you’re going home to your family when this is over, right? You’re not a leaver. Especially not when it comes to me. You’re in really deep when it comes to me. I mean, Daryn, you infiltrated a military base to take a picture of my ass. You’re a goner. Believe me. You’re not going anywhere.” I want to disagree with him, but I just laugh.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Long Road” by Veronica Rossi, 2023
The narrator confesses fear of intimacy, fearing abandonment and superficiality, yet asserts commitment despite doubts.
In simple terms: Afraid of closeness but claims to stay.
Key Takeaway
Face fears, communicate honestly.
Themes
fear
intimacy
commitment
Mood
anxious
hopeful
Type
introspective
emotional
When to use this quote
- romantic relationship
- family dynamics
- friendship
Key Concepts
attachment style
self‑protection
Questions to Reflect On
- What scares you about staying?
- How can you balance safety and closeness?
A Different Perspective
May ignore personal boundaries or growth.
