Angel Quote by Judith McNaught
““Have you missed me?" he asked. "What do you think?" she evaded smoothly-but not smoothly enough, because he chuckled. "Good.How much?" "Is your ego in need of bolstering today?" she countered lightly. "Yep." "Really,why?" "Because I got shot down by a beautiful twenty-three-year-old, and I can't seem to get her out of my mind." "That's too bad," Lauren said, trying unsuccessfully to hide the joy in her voice. "Isn't it," he mocked. "She's like a thorn in my side,a blister on my heel. She has the eyes of an angel, a body that drugs my mind, the vocabulary of an English professor and a tongue like a scalpel." "Thanks,I think." His hands glided up her arms, then curved around her shoulders, tightening as he drew her to within a few inches of his chest. "And," he added. "I like her.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Romance Thriller, 2015
A flirtatious, ego‑driven banter reveals vulnerability and longing beneath bravado.
In simple terms: Playful teasing hides deeper desire and insecurity.
Key Takeaway
Recognize humor behind bravado.
Themes
romance
ego
vulnerability
banter
desire
Mood
playful
intimate
Type
romantic
dialogue
When to use this quote
- first dates
- flirtatious encounters
- conflict resolution
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
psychology of attraction
self‑esteem
communication dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the ego reveal about the speaker’s insecurity?
- How can honest communication change the dynamic?
A Different Perspective
Ego can mask true feelings, leading to miscommunication.
