Suddenly she felt strong and happy. She was not afraid of the darkness or the fog and she knew with a singing in her heart that she would never fear them again. No matter what mists might curl around her in the future, she knew her refuge. She started briskly up the street toward home and the blocks seemed very long. Far, far too long. She caught up her skirts to her knees and began to run lightly. But this time she was not running from fear. She was running because Rhett's arms were at the end of the street.Margaret Mitchell
About This Quote
Scarlett O'Hara is so confident in Rhett Butler's love for her that she doesn't even feel afraid of the dark. She is so happy that she doesn't have to be afraid of what might happen in the dark. Scarlett knows that Rhett is waiting for her at the end of the street, ready to protect her. When Scarlett runs to Rhett, he is there to pick her up and cherish her. It's not fear that drives her this time, but love, which is the greatest motivator of all.
Source: Gone With The Wind
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