I live the city. It thrives and it is mine. I am its worthy avatar, and together? We will never be afraid again"
-- Unnamed Youth (chapter 2)

Importance: This quote is said by the protagonist of the story, "The City Born Great." It speaks to the City Singer's connection he feels to New York City. He is no longer afraid of the city or of his powers. He is no longer questioning his abilities, or why he was chosen to give birth to the soul of the Big Apple. He knows that he and the city are one. He is the worthy protector of New York and he is proud of that position. He has accepted the city and himself on their own terms. He is not afraid anymore of who he is.

I done told you a million times that the world doesn't change--but I was wrong, and I'm sorry for that. You got...
-- Emmaline (chapter 3)