Gaze Quote by Becca Fitzpatrick
““Scott gave my knee an affectionate squeeze. "You'll never hear me admit this again, so listen up. You look good, Grey. On a scale from one to ten, you're definitely in the top half." "Gee, thanks." "You're not the kind of girl I would have chased after when I was in Portland, but I'm not the same guy I was back then either. You're a little too good for me, and let's face it, a little too smart." "You've got street smarts," I pointed out. "Stop interrupting. You're going to make me lose my place." "You've got this speech memorized?" A smirk. "I've got a lot of time on my hands. As I was saying--hell. I forgot where I was." "You were telling me I can rest assured that I'm better-looking than half the girls at my school." "That was a figure of speech. If you want to get technical, you're better-looking than ninety percent. Give or take." I laid a hand over my heart. "I'm speechless." Scott got down on his knee and clasped my hand dramatically. "Yes, Nora. Yes, I'll go to the homecoming dance with you.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Hush, Hush series, 2009
Scott uses playful teasing and compliments to convey affection, blending humor with sincere admiration.
In simple terms: Flirty compliments show affection.
Accept sincere compliments while keeping humor.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- school hallway
- dating scene
- confession moment
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humor affect vulnerability in romance?
- What risks arise from mixing teasing with sincere praise?
The teasing could mask deeper insecurities or power imbalance.