John Boyne Quote

I turned to leave and was exiting the gates when I heard the sound of feet running quickly along the gravel behind me. I turned and saw Alexei, who showed no sign of slowing down, so I opened my arms and he ran into them, embracing me tightly, his arms wrapped around my neck as I lifted him off the ground.I wanted you to know, he said, his voice choked up as if he was trying to stop himself from crying, I wanted you to know that you can be my brother if you like. As long as you let me be yours.