Quote by Orson Scott Card

If he was a good man, how could he leave me? So he must not be a good man. But if he isn't good, then why does it hurt so much to lose him? Is it just my pride that's wounded?

If he was a good man, how could he leave me? So he must not

Summary

This quote reflects the inner conflict of the speaker who is grappling with the intense emotions of heartbreak and the questioning of their perceptions. They question the goodness of their partner, trying to justify their departure by labeling them as a "not good" person. However, the speaker is then confronted with the paradoxical experience of intense pain and hurt caused by the loss, leading to doubts about their initial judgment. The quote suggests that pride could be a factor, highlighting the complexity of emotions during a breakup and the struggle to reconcile conflicting feelings.

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By Orson Scott Card

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