Quote by John Green

I wanted to know that he would be okay if I died. I wanted to not be a grenade, to not be a malevolent force in the lives of people I loved.

I wanted to know that he would be okay if I died. I wanted t

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In this quote, the speaker expresses a deep desire to ensure the well-being of someone they deeply care about. They fear that their own existence may cause harm or pain to those around them, comparing themselves to a dangerous weapon. Their ultimate wish is to have reassurance that their loved one would be able to move forward and find happiness even if they were no longer alive.

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