Quote She wanted to lose herself in him. To tie his...

“She wanted to lose herself in him. To tie his arms around her like a tourniquet.If she showed him how much she needed him, he'd run away.” - Rainbow Rowell

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She wanted to lose herself in him. She longed to be enveloped in his presence, to feel his warmth and strength surrounding her like a protective shield. She yearned to escape from the chaos of the world and find solace in his arms, where she could forget all her worries and fears.

To tie his arms around her like a tourniquet. She desired to be bound to him in a way that was both comforting and secure. Like a tourniquet stopping the flow of blood, she wanted his embrace to stop the pain and uncertainty from seeping into her soul.

If she showed him how much she needed him, she feared that he would see her vulnerability and weakness. She worried that by revealing the depth of her emotions, she would push him away and be left alone once again.

He'd run away. The thought of him leaving filled her with dread and sadness. She couldn't bear the idea of him walking out of her life, taking with him the light and love that had brought her so much joy.

But she couldn't help herself. Despite the risks, she couldn't suppress her feelings for him. The pull towards him was too strong, too irresistible. She knew that she had to take the chance, to show him how much he meant to her, even if it meant risking rejection.

For in his arms, she found a sense of belonging. In his embrace, she felt like she had finally found her place in the world. She felt understood, cherished, and loved in a way that she had never experienced before.

And so she decided to take a leap of faith. She chose to be brave and vulnerable, to open her heart to him and let him see the depth of her emotions. She knew that it was a risk, but she also knew that the reward of his love and acceptance was worth it.

Because sometimes, in order to truly connect with someone, you have to be willing to show them your true self. You have to be willing to let down your walls and be open and honest about your feelings. Only then can you build a strong and lasting bond based on trust and mutual understanding.

And in the end, she found that her fears were unfounded. He didn't run away. Instead, he embraced her even more tightly, showing her that he too had been longing for the same connection. Together, they found a love that was deep, genuine, and unbreakable.




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