Shane: Maybe one day when we both retire… we could be together. For real.
Ilya: You really think that far ahead, Hollander?
Shane: I do. About this.
Ilya: And is that what you want? To be together?
Shane: So much. So much it scares me. Hey…
Ilya: I love you.
Shane: Holy sh-t.
Ilya: I mean…
Shane: I love you too.
Ilya: F-k, Hollander.
Shane: Oh my God, I love you so much. Does it… Does it f-king kill you too?
Ilya: Not anymore.
Where does this quote come from? (Source)
This quote is taken from the TV series ‘Heated Rivalry’ Season 1 Episode 6 (1×06), titled ‘The Cottage’. Based on the Game Changers novels by Rachel Reid, the show is produced and distributed by Crave (HBO).
- TV Series: Heated Rivalry (2025)
- Season: 1
- Episode: 6
- Episode Name: The Cottage
- Production: Crave (HBO)
Why we collected this quote
We picked this because it’s the first time they truly admit the secrecy has been “killing” them. It’s an emotional and intense proclamation of their love.
What does this quote mean? (Meaning & Context)
While talking about a hopeful future together, Ilya finally says “I love you”. They both admit that the uncertainty of their situation was agony, but not anymore.
Book vs TV Series
The show makes this even more emotional by changing the book’s “feel like agony” to “f**king kill you”. It’s the intense moment where they both admit the secret has been hurting.
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