Magnus's eyes went back to Alec. They were gold-green, as unreadable as the eyes of the cat he held on his lap. "Not my favorite topic, Smedley." "Simon", said Simon. "If I'm going to die for you all, the least you could do is remember my name.
Cassandra ClareYouโre my sister,โ he said finally. โMy sister, my blood, my family. I should want to protect youโโhe laughed soundlessly and without any humorโโto protect you from the sort of boys who want to do with you exactly what I want to do.
Cassandra ClarePeople were intrinsically selfish, and many hated the idea of a woman in charge of the Institute. They would not put themselves at risk for her. Only a few weeks ago he would have said the same thing about himself. Now, knowing Charlotte, he realized to his surprise, the idea of risking himself for her seemed an honor, as it would be to most Englishmen to risk themselves for the queen.
Cassandra ClareYou said I am a good man," he said. "But I am not that good a man. And I am--I am catastrophically in love with you.
Cassandra Clare