“What did you do, memorize a map of the city for fun?” says Christina.“Yes,” says Will, looking puzzled. “Didn’t you?”
“From what you didn’t say, lies that you did say.”
“…it never comes down to a single thing you did or didn’t do or say. You might convince yourself it did, but it didn’t.”
“I resolve to venture into the city on my own. I look at maps in the library—subway maps, bus maps, and regular maps—and try to memorize them. I’m afraid of getting lost; no, I’m afraid of sinking into the city as in a quicksand, afraid of getting sucked into something I can never escape.”
“Yes, Doctor. I'll do what you say. I'll do what you all say.”
“Maybe is forgettable. Only yes and no are memorable. Be bold with your love and say yes to yes and no to no.”