He said, 'You have everything there is of me, save a little I gave to my people. Now you hold that as well.'And last of all, when he had released her and moved to the door, to stand outside where the sky was enclosed with thick hills and dark, heavy forests, he said, because he could not prevent himself, 'When next you stand by the sea, say goodbye for me.
The quote reveals a moment of deep emotional significance between two characters, with one expressing that they have given all of themselves except for a small part shared with their community. This indicates a sense of sacrifice and devotion, emphasizing the importance of collective ties over individual possessions.
As the character prepares to leave, they ask the other to remember them when next by the sea, implying a longing for connection and remembrance. The setting outside, surrounded by hills and forests, highlights a transition from an intimate moment to a vast, possibly uncertain future. This passage encapsulates themes of sacrifice, longing, and farewell.
