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Chasms Quote by Veronica Roth

“I’d ask you to hang out with us, but you’re not supposed to see me this way.’… ‘What way?’ I ask. ‘Drunk?’ ‘Yeah…well, no.’ His voice softens. ‘Real, I guess.’ ‘I’ll pretend I didn’t.’ ‘Nice of you.’ He puts his lips next to my ear and says, ‘You look good, Tris.’… I laugh. ‘Do me a favor and stay…” quote by Veronica Roth
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“I’d ask you to hang out with us, but you’re not supposed to see me this way.’… ‘What way?’ I ask. ‘Drunk?’ ‘Yeah…well, no.’ His voice softens. ‘Real, I guess.’ ‘I’ll pretend I didn’t.’ ‘Nice of you.’ He puts his lips next to my ear and says, ‘You look good, Tris.’… I laugh. ‘Do me a favor and stay away from the chasm, okay?’ ‘Of course.’ He winks at me.”

Veronica Roth

About This Quote

Source Novel: Divergent, 2011

A character offers affection while hinting at hidden danger, blending intimacy with warning.

In simple terms: A flirtatious warning about staying safe.

Key Takeaway

Balance closeness with caution.

Themes

romance danger trust intimacy

Mood

tense playful cautious

Type

dialogue narrative romantic

When to use this quote

  • first dates
  • friendship
  • conflict resolution
  • personal safety

Key Concepts

social dynamics risk assessment emotional boundaries

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you interpret mixed signals?
  • When is it okay to trust a warning?
A Different Perspective

The warning may be ignored, leading to harm.

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