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“That's the point of a promise, he thinks. It wouldn't have any value, if you could see what it would cost you when you made it.”
― Hilary Mantel, The Mirror & the Light

“The clan is my blood, and the Pillar is its master.
On my honor, my life, and my jade.”
― Fonda Lee, Jade City

“January.” He sighed. “Augustus.” “It’s been four minutes. No Uber’s coming. Would you please get in the car?” “I’ll walk.” “Why?” “Because I need the exercise,” I said. “Not to mention the pneumonia.” “It’s like sixty-five degrees out,” I said. “You’re literally shivering.” “Maybe I’m trembling with the anticipation of an exhilarating walk home.”
― Emily Henry, Beach Read

“Forgetting was not the same as healing.”
― Rivers Solomon, The Deep