Kissed Quote by Jessica Sorensen
““I pause, examining her eyes, and then move forward with caution. “So if I kissed you right now, I wouldn’t be taking advantage of you?” “No, but I might be taking advantage of you. Your breath smells about as bad as the bottle.” She fans her nose with a smile. “Trust me. You can take advantage of me and I won’t mind, even when I sober up.” I press my lips to hers, feeling my heart thump in my chest as her breath catches. It grows silent as we lie with our foreheads touching and our breaths mingling. I place my hand on her hip, shutting my eyes, feeling the intensity of the moment like an open wound.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Edge of Us” by Jessica Sorensen, 2018
A tense, intimate moment explores consent, vulnerability, and the paradox of seeking connection while fearing exploitation.
In simple terms: Intimacy reveals both desire and fear of being used.
Key Takeaway
Communicate openly about boundaries.
Themes
intimacy
consent
vulnerability
trust
desire
Mood
sensual
intense
Type
romantic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- first date
- confession of love
- reconciling past trauma
- building trust
Key Concepts
psychology
relationship dynamics
ethical intimacy
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you comfortable with your partner’s limits?
- How does vulnerability affect trust?
A Different Perspective
The dialogue may romanticize unhealthy power dynamics.
