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Flirting Quote by Anne Gracie

“I shan't mind if you don't," he agreed. "But I'll not let you go, Prudence. Til not pester you, but know this: I will wait until you choose to listen to your heart." "Pshaw." It was a feeble effort. She took a deep breath and tried again. "Humbug! How can you presume to know my heart?" He smiled a…” quote by Anne Gracie
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““I shan't mind if you don't," he agreed. "But I'll not let you go, Prudence. Til not pester you, but know this: I will wait until you choose to listen to your heart." "Pshaw." It was a feeble effort. She took a deep breath and tried again. "Humbug! How can you presume to know my heart?" He smiled a slow, devastating smile. "You are my heart." He lifted her hand and kissed it. "And our hearts beat in tune. I know it—I, who used not to believe in such things. And you know it.””

Anne Gracie

About This Quote

Source Novel: Unknown, contemporary romance

A lover promises to wait for the other's emotional readiness, equating love with the heart itself.

In simple terms: He vows to wait until she follows her heart, claiming she is his heart.

Key Takeaway

Patience and emotional honesty are essential in love.

Themes

love patience emotion trust

Mood

hopeful intimate

Type

romantic dialogue

When to use this quote

  • relationship counseling
  • personal growth
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

romantic commitment emotional intimacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you know when to wait versus act?
  • What does it mean to be someone’s heart?
A Different Perspective

Love may not overcome deep personal doubts without self‑reflection.

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