rykemedows:

we think that if we choose to do good only good, then we are only good. we can make people happy. we can offer tranquility or contentment or
love, and that must be good. we do not see the falsehood becoming its
own brand of cruelty.
who am i to presume what is good for others?

dreammetheworld:

“Would you consider being my personal guest at the ball?”
“E-excuse me?”
Kai cleared his throat. Stood straighter. “I assume you are going to the ball?”
“I-I don’t know. I mean, no. No, I’m sorry, I’m not going to the ball.”
Kai drew back, confused. “Oh. Well…but…maybe you would change your mind? Because I am, you know.”
“The prince.”
“Not bragging,” he said quickly. “Just a fact.”
“I know.” She gulped. The ball. Prince Kai was asking her to the ball.