“You think you are so much better than your ancestors,” Maximus said, interrupting her thoughts. “You think you can do it all differently. But something always has to give, Temperance. Peace is an illusion.” But Tem was not Maximus; she would not give up hope. She could choose a different path—for the kingdom, and for herself. “Peace is possible.” “There is always a winner and a loser. The cycle cannot be broken.” “You’re wrong,” Tem whispered. “I am not wrong. And you will realize that before the end.”
