Beckoning Fates Quotes

“Save Tess!” I called back, then used the last bit of mana I had to augment my body.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“I rushed over to Tess, who was curled up behind the front line, and scooped her up. Getting her out of here was my first priority.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“I was nowhere near as much of a jerk as him and I actually cared for people other than myself, but I was becoming arrogant—arrogant to the extent of carelessness.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“Realizing immediately what sort of position we were in, I began to feel flushed as well, the more so as Tess lowered her head closer to mine.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“We just sat there for a couple of seconds, hands locked, and time seemed to slow down. It intrigued me that such a simple gesture could fill me with such a sense of calm.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“What I’d learned most from this world wasn’t the magic or the fighting. No, this life had forced me to open up my calloused heart and allow people to matter to me. This also meant I had to be stronger than my past self, since I had people to protect this time.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“The image of him leaning forward to kiss me filled my head, forcing my lips to curve up. It felt different than when I’d kissed him.”
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“Sylvie, who had witnessed everything from atop my head, snickered. Zip it, Sylv.”
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“But you’d better watch out—I’m pretty popular. If you make me wait too long, someone else is going to take me!” “Deal.” I smiled in relief at finally sorting things out with Tess—then she suddenly went up on her toes and kissed me on the cheek.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“I shut off my conscience for one second, long enough to manage a light peck on her lips. I suppressed the inner voice that screamed in disapproval and backed away from Tess, my face burning, truly feeling like a twelve-year-old boy in that moment.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“I can’t have a relationship with you right now,” I said firmly. Tess raised a brow. “Right now?” “Maybe when we’re older?” The statement came out sounding more like a question.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“I care about you and I missed you when I came back home—I should’ve said this earlier and I’m sorry I didn’t, but I hope you don’t hate me for what I’m about to say.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“It was as if a fly was constantly buzzing around my ear, and I lost my patience. “Piss off,” I growled, bombarding him with mana as I had done with Lucas.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“Building up my strengths didn’t make up for my weak points; it only made them that much more noticeable by comparison.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“As I walked, my eyes unconsciously searched for Tess, but she was nowhere to be found.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“You’re not good at confronting your feelings. You always put on a mask and pretend you’re happy or unaffected when you can’t handle a certain situation.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“I walked over to the pond and splashed my face with cold water. I needed to calm myself down. After a few moments, I felt my heartbeat slowing down, but I reacted again when I heard Tess making her way to me, Sylvie trotting behind her.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“Whether it was the sparkling brightness inside the room or the fact that this room looked more like a huge natural wonder than a training facility, my childhood friend looked stunning. Tess stood before me, wearing a loose white training robe and cuddling her cheek against Sylvie, who was perched on her shoulder.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“I glanced at Elijah, who was standing with his mouth agape. He held up two fingers and mouthed the word ‘princesses,”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“glanced at Elijah, who was standing with his mouth agape. He held up two fingers and mouthed the word ‘princesses,”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“I was actually quite fond of her. She was still immature in some ways, but I shouldn’t let that be an excuse, right?”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“We were too young anyway, right? I was technically only twelve in this body—was it even capable of reproducing yet? Oh God, now you’re overthinking this, Arthur.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“The reason I was feeling so guilty was because I had actually enjoyed it. It felt nice when Tess kissed me.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“I stared blankly at the door she’d left through as my shaking hand finally reached my lips. I just lay there, dumbfounded, touching my mouth as my mind relived the soft, moist touch of her lips.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“Making a move on me while I was in this vulnerable state… she sure was smart, that Tess.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“Who cares if he doesn’t like you, Tess—it’s his loss! What don’t you have? You’re a talented mage. You’re pretty smart, and popular too, right? And not to sound conceited, but you’re not a bad-looking girl either. Arthur is the one who’s missing out if he doesn’t snatch you up.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“Who was I kidding? I couldn’t imagine myself with anyone other than Arthur.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“I realized that Tess’s face was just inches away from mine. She gazed at me with an expression I’d never seen from her before, and a moment later, I felt her lips on mine. The soft, warm sensation of her lips caught me by surprise, but I was in too much pain to react. I was too surprised to even close my eyes, though hers were shut. I spotted a small mole in the outer corner of her left eye that I’d never noticed before.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“Sorry, I never formally introduced myself. I’m Tessia Eralith, Arthur’s closest friend.” She stuck out her hand. As Elijah accepted her handshake, he responded, “I’m Elijah, Arthur’s best friend. Nice to meet you.” Sparks flew between them as they glared at each other in competition, and my sister giggled.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates

“I’m Tessia Eralith, Arthur’s closest friend.”
― TurtleMe, Beckoning Fates