"Honestly, I’m not sure that I’m capable of love. And I don’t think that I want to be. Love is messy and complicated and unnecessary. I live every day just fine without it."
"Claudia blinks rapidly, and several tears drop down both of her cheeks as she reaches behind her neck. I love some fucking tears, but not when they’re attached to unwelcome emotions. And Claudia’s love is most unwelcome."