de verdade

"After six months or so she gave in and married him without reciprocating love but devotedly, honestly, determined to give her full share and try hard to give even more. They were both capable of compassion and gentleness. When they made love they no longer hurt each other but strove to be attentive and generous. Teaching and learning. Getting close. Not pretending."

TO KNOW A WOMAN, de Amós Oz