What I Wouldn't Give Novels & Stories

"Mom, I can give you money, there's no need to sell me out for a few bucks. "Some things in life you can't compromise on — it's all or nothing."

“Yes. I won’t do it again.” XXX

“I’ve gone a long way. I will not relent. I can’t give up…” “Never!”

“I am not going to do it.” “Do it or I’ll reveal your secrets...”

If not… If I don’t shut my lips… Unwanted things might happen. @Death Wish

So, what if I couldn't accept it? So, what if I'd given too much? If I lost my life, what would any of those sacrifices or regrets matter in the end?

I'm done feeling sorry for what wasn't my fault and my burden to carry. I'm done giving a fuck!

I need you in my life however you're willing to give yourself to me. "It's not a question of what I'm willing to give to you. Hell, pal, if it wasn't obvious a moment ago, I'll give everything to you. You're the one who isn't free to give yourself to me." I've been the dirty little secret once and I vowed to myself — and to my family — that I would not do it again. So much as it hurts, I must put my foot down now with Julian. "What if I could give you—" he starts before being cut off by a shrill sound.

You give it because the person in front of you is worth the risk of being hurt. I never gave it. Not fully. And now I understand exactly what that cost. The silence stretches. I do not move.