Alma

“«La humanidad, como los ejércitos en campaña, avanza a la velocidad del más lento».”
― Gabriel García Márquez, El amor en los tiempos del cólera

“It seemed enough for her to just deal with whatever it was that came her way, calmly and without fuss. Or perhaps it was simply that things were happening inside her, terrible things, which no one else could even guess at, and thus it was impossible for her to engage with everyday life at the same time. If so, she would naturally have no energy left, not just for curiosity or interest but indeed for any meaningful response to all the humdrum minutiae that went on on the surface.”
― Han Kang, The Vegetarian

“However, I’m still worried about you..." The King spoke before exhaling, “When you’re old, who will take care of you since you have no sons or daughters to continue the family name?” “If I only had money... I don't need children or grandchildren to take care of me.” “For what reason?” The King raised his brow in wonder. “Because only if I have a lot of money to spend can I find someone to care for me." “Intensely capitalism …” The King just couldn't restrain his laugh.”
― Mon Maw, The Loyal Pin Vol.2

“Love can stay. But that’s because it’s not a feeling.” She already disagreed with him but asked anyway, “What is it, then?” “It’s a commitment.” “Like an obligation?” “No, not in a bad way. I just mean it’s a choice you renew every day.”
― Parini Shroff, The Bandit Queens