The Legend of Derris
They develop crushing self-esteem issues, last for years. not worth. ali opened wide eyes and laughed it off. -- what? of course not! you're way overthinking this! c'mon, we'll show off and have fun. everyone will love you! -- said no. is too hot.
New Year's Day
I realized that i wasn't the only one in the room with self-esteem issues, but i managed to hold my tongue; my innate desire to empathize was tempered by the idea that, just maybe, it wasn't a good idea to highlight it in the conversation.
Clarity - Chapter 19: Empty Nest
He's managed to prepare a welcome distraction from the issue, however, in the form of an invitation given to his esteemed colleague. after a long while with the girls, we return to this side of the story.
The gutpunching home - Part 4
I still hold him in high esteem." "don't leave us with the intrigue." dragonite says with excitement. "tell us about him!" draco closes his eyes and takes a deep breath. "well, he was..." * * * many years ago...
Grayson 1
He took it well, without the adolescent embarrassment that such a moment might have predicated; his apology was (forgive me for using this word) adult, based upon an upbringing that had taught him self-worth and personal esteem.
The Weight: Chapter 14
"occupants of the east, it is with great regret that i deliver these bodies back to you in such horrid conditions, but know that they all died with honor and in death deserve only the highest marks of respect and esteem. miles." "what does it say?"
If They Ever Learn the Truth
Urie and his harlot have gone walking, while our esteemed lord and _dear_guest eat snacks and drink expensive liquor in the sitting room." bailey flushed, though he wasn't sure why.
Ander - Chapter 5, Subchapter 78
Our esteemed witchdoctor has asked a simple question: 'how will we make them pay?' i know the answer!" dorin could hear two versions of that voice.
Fugitive's Trust Chapter 9 Part 1 of 2
My parents immigrated from falstein and took up work as gardeners for the esteemed ka-heeb family. when i was old enough, i took this job."
Gortoz 'A Ran - ch 54 - The cruellest lies...
The things that happened at home with catherine had a deep impact on my self-esteem. finally being able to come out and someone stomps you in the ground like that. my grandmother took it well when i told her seven years ago... simon took it well...
Broken Words: Chapter 2
It's not like he had any self-esteem left to lose, "no offense, but why do you care anyway? you have nothing to lose from me being an idiot."
Reaching for the Stars - Chapter 53: Intersecting Lines
Tom strove to emulate that kind of self-esteem. max's tail waved cutely when he turned around and combed his fur, his shapely arse presented to him invitingly. tom just muffled a laugh. "done."