" I’m sorry. Oh, what simple words are these!
I’m sorry. Lips should breathe them out with ease!
But nay, in barring up the way,
“I’ll die first” are the words you say.
I’m sorry, woe is all pride guarantees. "

― Richelle E. Goodrich , Slaying Dragons: Quotes, Poetry, & a few Short Stories for Every Day of the Year