“Alexis, has it ever occurred to you that it is that very pride that appeals to not my eyes or heart, but my soul and spirit? It’s not been all about sex or my…dark predilections with you. I just need a rock. And you are so much that granite that balances me. Undoubtedly, there were times when I tried to break that inner strength to mold you to my liking, because I didn’t understand it, but I learned very early in our relationship that it was impossible. There’s a fire inside you I cannot put out, and I’ve secretly admired it…kept it to myself.”
