The problem with waiting is that it makes us weak.

“I had spared the stag's life. The power of that life belonged to me as surely a…”

“It's still the same heart, Mal. It's still yours.”

“Thanks for being my best friend and making my life bearable. Oh, and sorry I fe…”

“I took a breath. “Your highness—”“Nikolai,” he corrected. “But I’ve also been k…”