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 away from the chasm, okay?’ ‘Of course.’ He winks at me.”
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.
Balance closeness with caution.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- first dates
- friendship
- conflict resolution
- personal safety
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you interpret mixed signals?
- When is it okay to trust a warning?
The warning may be ignored, leading to harm.