You don't do that. You don't just leave your family. Sticking together... it's the only way to survive.
Kiera CassYou know that youโve found something amazing, and you want to hold on to it forever; and every second after you have it, you fear the moment you might lose it.
Kiera CassAnd I know Iโm about to play second fiddle to another woman, as I should. But my love for you will never change, Maxon.
Kiera CassDespite the knowledge that her affections were unattainable, I couldn't help but be drawn to try.
Kiera CassDo you think," Maxon asked, "that I could still call you 'my dear'?" "Not a chance," I whispered. "I'll keep trying. I don't have it in me to give up." And I believed him. It was annoying to think he'd press that issue. "Did you call all of them that?" I nodded my head toward the rest of the room. "Yes, and they all seemed to like it." "That is the exact reason why I don't.
Kiera Cass