I would say that by virtue of your not acting parental up to this point, you've relinquished your ability to wield any power now. Sam and I are together. It's not an option.
Maggie StiefvaterFate," Blue replied, glowering at her mother, "is a very weighty word to throw around before breakfast.
Maggie StiefvaterI just looked at her, feeling utterly empty. I didn't know what I was supposed to say to her. My life is in that bed. Please let me stay.
Maggie Stiefvater