How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #10
He had passed some sort of test. Not by any means with flying colors; he had plenty of bruises to remind him of that. But at least he had not disgraced Attean. He felt satisfied. And for the first time since his father had left him, he did not feel alone in the forest. (19.26)
Interesting that Matt mentions this moment as the first time he didn't feel alone—remember that he and Attean have been friends for weeks at this point. But this is where Matt finally feels accepted. Hmm… so his loneliness wasn't just about needing people, it was about needing a place to belong. After an afternoon chillin' with the Beaver boys, Matt finally feels accepted.