“None can choose their fates," said the king in a grave voice. "They can only choose how they shall tread the path laid before their feet.” InspirationDestinyPathFate Book:Daughter of Kings Source: Daughter of Kings
“As they spoke, a warm spring breeze caused rose petals to swirl about the courtyard. The fountain gurgled, and birdsong filled the air, as birds flew over the courtyard.” SpringRosesBirdsongWeddingsBreezes Book:Daughter of Kings Source: Daughter of Kings
“Then, Peter caught the smirk between Cenehard and Eleanor. He blushed, turning a rosier color than Eleanor had. This caused all of the Dwarves, who were naturally merry people, to nearly drop to the floor rolling with laughter. In an attempt to change the subject, Peter leaned back in his chair and proclaimed in a loud voice, "Man, I am stuffed. Good cook--" He leaned back a little bit too far and fell right out of the chair. His face turned redder still, and he jumped up, grabbing Evangeline's plate, which she had been happily and heartily eating from, and ran off saying, "I really ought to bring Edith her dinner!” LaughterDinnerEmbarrassmentMerrymaking Book:Daughter of Kings Source: Daughter of Kings
“Lailanie closed her eyes, waiting for death to come. Death, however, did not come. She felt a fire in her soul and opened her eyes. "There is one light stronger than darkness," she said in a strong voice. "I follow it alone.” LightDeathDarknessCourage Book:Daughter of Kings Source: Daughter of Kings
“Eleanor murmured aloud, "Despite the darkness in which your heart may dwell, there is always hope.” HeartLightInspirationHopeDarkness Book:Daughter of Kings Source: Daughter of Kings
“As the flames swirled in the ball, a flame stirred within her, and she found strength greater than that of her enemy.” LightEnemyStrengthFlames Book:Daughter of Kings Source: Daughter of Kings
“Do not worry about anything right now." Eleanor smiled. "Undoubtedly, sorrows will stray onto our path, but that is the way of life. For now, let your heart feel joy. Throughout the long and wonderful years of our marriage, other and perhaps stronger evils will arise, but for now, let yourself enjoy the peace. I am certain that eventually, someday, we shall experience death. But for now, we will enjoy life.” LifeDeathPeaceWorrySorrow Book:Daughter of Kings Source: Daughter of Kings