So when he touched me, it was deeper and slower than the wildfire, like the flow of molten rock far beneath the surface of the earth. Too deep to feel the heat of it, but it moved inexorably, changing the very foundations of the world with its advance.

Summary

This quote portrays a significant impact that someone had on the speaker. The touch described is portrayed as a profound and powerful force, contrasting the rapid and destructive nature of a wildfire. The analogy of molten rock flowing beneath the surface of the earth illustrates the depth and transformative nature of this touch. Although it is not explicitly mentioned if it is physical or metaphorical, the touch is portrayed as a catalyst for profound change, shaping the speaker's world in irreversible ways that go beyond mere superficiality or immediate perception.

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