Marriage Acceptance Quotes

“Yes,' I say, but my voice fails me. It comes out all breath. 'Yes.'

He leans forward in the chair, eyebrows raised, but he doesn't wear his usual arrogant mien. I cannot read his expression. 'To what are you agreeing?'

'Okay,' I say. 'I'll do it. I'll marry you.'

He gives me a wicked grin. 'I had no idea it would be such a sacrifice.'

Frustrated, I flop over on the couch. 'That's not what I mean.'

'Marriage to the High King of Elfhame is largely thought to be a prize, an honour of which few are worthy.'

I suppose his sincerity could last but only so long. I roll my eyes, grateful that he's acting like himself again, so I can better pretend not to be overawed by what's about to happen.”
― Holly Black, The Wicked King