I’ve met nearly every woman in this room, and I can’t think of one who would make a better friend. I’d be glad to have you stay." My relief was inexpressible. "Do you think," Maxon asked, "That I could still call you ‘my dear’?" "Not a chance." I whispered.

It was a special feeling, irreplaceable, that was priceless. No queen on the throne could feel more important than me.

That was my great ambition. Not to be Illea's princess. To be Aspen's.

Great. Now the queen thought I was a misfit, too.

I know, I know. It's hard to explain. All I can say is that I've been given a second chance. Maxon matters to me, and I'm going to fight for him.":)

She must have been debating staying in the line or forcing me to run home and change.

Break my heart for what breaks yours. Everything I am for you kingdom's cause, as I walk from nothing to eternity.