Becoming fearless isn't the point. That's impossible. It's learning how to control your fear, and how to be free from it.

I love you" I say. "I love you, too" he says. "I'll see you soon.

They all laugh. We all laugh. And it occurs to me that I might be meeting Tobias's true faction. They are not characterized by a particular virtue. They claim all colors, all activities, all virtues, and all flaws as their own.

She smiles.Her teeth are crooked. If I knocked them out,I might be doing her a favor.

Grabbing hold of facts in the midst of shock is very Erudite of him.

A brave man acknowledges the strength of others.

You think giving you a hug would give away too much?" he says. "You know," I say. "I really don't care." I stand on my tiptoes and press my lips to his. It is the best moment of my life.