Quote by Brenna Yovanoff

In his youth, he was electrified. The stars were moving in his bloodstream. He would not have been cowed by the customs of an earthly monarch. When he loved, it was with a heat and a desperation that he carried like a sword. He loved in the way that Greeks burned cities.

In his youth, he was electrified. The stars were moving in h

Summary

This quote describes a person in their youth who is full of vibrant energy and passion. The mention of stars moving in their bloodstream suggests a feeling of being electrified and alive. The individual is portrayed as someone who possesses a rebellious spirit and refuses to be subdued by societal norms or authority. When it comes to love, they approach it with intense ardor and a fierce longing, akin to the Greek mythological stories of cities being destroyed in flames of desire. Overall, the quote depicts a young person who embraces life with an uncontrollable and fiery intensity.

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Love Youth Passion Devil Demon Heroic Greeks

By Brenna Yovanoff

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