Ass Quote by J.R. Ward
““Hi. How are you feeling?" "Downright perky, thanks for asking." She smiled a little until she came up to him. With her night vision, she saw that he was lying on top of the covers with only a pair of boxers on. He had a gauze pad around his belly and was covered with bruises. And-oh God-his leg... "Don't worry,". he said dryly. I haven't had that foot-and-shin combo for over a century. And I really am okay. Just some aesthetic damage." "Then why are you wearing that bandage like a sash?" "It makes my ass look smaller.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Darkest Night, J.R. Ward, 2015
A wounded man uses humor and self‑deprecation to mask pain, revealing how people often conceal vulnerability with jokes.
In simple terms: He jokes about his injuries to hide his suffering.
Key Takeaway
Use humor wisely, but allow genuine vulnerability.
Themes
humor
vulnerability
masculinity
self‑image
Mood
wry
intimate
reflective
Type
dialogue
character
humorous
When to use this quote
- intimate encounter
- hospital scene
- recovering from injury
- social interaction
Key Concepts
defense mechanisms
body image
psychological coping
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humor protect us from pain?
- When does it become a barrier?
A Different Perspective
Humor may prevent deeper emotional connection or support.
