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No, Black girls had to commit horrifying acts to earn the spotlight.
“You accuse me of an evil act, yet you committed it—undeniably, you must be human.”
IF SUSENYOS SAGAD ENDANGERS ADANE HOUSE, THE HOUSE SHALL IN TURN STEAL SOMETHING OF EQUAL VALUE TO HIM.
“Your hatred burns like ocean ice. And it’s entirely… mine. I’ve never owned something so completely.”
“It was nice to hear you laugh. Even if it was only for a moment.” Kidan’s chest lightened, though she was unable to understand why he was so good to her.
You made me your nightmare the moment you heard my name. And nightmares aren’t allowed to have likes or dislikes. We’re only allowed to haunt.”
“Ask.… If it is within my ability and my rule, I will give and hold no contempt afterward,”
“For Black women mainly, who historically and today remain the least protected individuals in society.
“It’s a shame that when I finally find my potential equal, she cannot love herself enough to remain in this world.”
“The world loves to punish girls who dream in the dark. I plan to worship them.”
“You ran into my arms. You were hurt, and you came to me. Why did you have to do that? Took the fight right out of my words.”
Please, please. Give me strength.
