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From the mouths of the innocents flows truth.Rae Carson
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The mind of God is a mystery and none can understand it.Rae Carson
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Honor from death, ” I snap, “is a myth. Invented by the war torn to make sense of the horrific. If we die, it will be so that others may live. Truly honorable death, the only honorable death, is one that enables life.Rae Carson
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I loved and lost and survived.Rae Carson
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Cosmé is in constant attendance. Though no one will take Aneaxi’s place, Cosmé is the most efficient maid I’ve ever had. I tell her so, frequently, and it gives me such a twist of pleasure to watch her react to praise from someone she despises. The Scriptura Sancta calls it “the fire of kindness.Rae Carson
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I want to feel the victory of being desired by someone I once found desirable.Rae Carson
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When the rain finally abates, I decide to wait out the night instead of trying to climb in the dark.Rae Carson
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Walking away from my desert companions feels like cutting off a limb. How does one say good-bye to an arm? One doesn't, I suppose. One pretends it isn't happening.Rae Carson
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His Majesty, may he live forever and prosper greatly... His Majesty, may sun finches warble sweet melodies in his ear... His Majesty, may orchids bloom in the wake of his passing... His Majesty, may minstrels compose epics at the sound of his glorious name... His Majesty, may his magnificent sword shatter the breasts of his enemies...Rae Carson
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Sometimes it's best to let your opponent think he has control.Rae Carson
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Yes! " Belen raises his fist in a victory gesture. "We shall save the world from Invierne with slings!Rae Carson