A-bride-most-begrudging Quote by Deeanne Gist
““He wants a fifteen thousand pound settlement." "Fifteen thousand!" "He says you're a great deal of trouble." She hesitated for one startled moment before choking back a laugh. "I am." "I thought so." He leveled Drew a look. "If I pay you the fifteen thousand, do you swear to keep her?" Drew reared back his head. "Forever?" Her father scowled. "Forever." "Oh, I suppose." He gave a long-suffering sigh. "If I must." She bit the insides of her cheeks to keep from laughing outright.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unknown, likely contemporary fiction
A tense negotiation reveals a mix of humor and seriousness as characters discuss a large settlement and a lifelong promise.
In simple terms: People blend jokes with serious deals.
Key Takeaway
Balance humor with seriousness.
Themes
negotiation
humor
commitment
Mood
tense
wry
hopeful
Type
dialogue
dramatic
conversational
When to use this quote
- legal settlement
- family dispute
- marriage contract
- high‑stakes deal
Key Concepts
trust
risk
financial pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you sacrifice for a promise?
- How does humor affect serious negotiations?
A Different Perspective
The dialogue may oversimplify complex legal and ethical issues.
