Jay Nudged Quote by Kimberly Derting
““And then, shrugging, she mused, “I was just thinking about us.” She leaned her cheek against her hand as it clutched the chain. Jay nudged his swing sideways, so it nearly brushed Violet’s. “What about us?” “I was just thinking how cute we must have been, when we were their age.” She glanced toward the kids, who were racing up the ladder again. His arm snaked out, capturing her before the momentum of his swing could drag him away again. When the swing did pull, they both moved in that direction. “We’re still cute,” he said, but his voice was low and filled with unspoken longing. She lifted her chin, their faces just inches apart now, and Jay’s grip around her waist kept them together. “Yeah?” she breathed. “You think so?” His other hand moved to rest on the side of her face, covering her bruise . . . not concealing it but cradling it. His thumb shifted, stroking the tender path of skin. “I do, Vi. I think we’re perfect.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unknown, contemporary romance
A tender moment where two lovers confront past wounds while affirming their present bond.
In simple terms: Lovers share intimacy despite scars.
Key Takeaway
Embrace vulnerability and cherish connection.
Themes
love
intimacy
healing
nostalgia
Mood
hopeful
romantic
Type
dialogue
romantic
When to use this quote
- park bench
- playground swing
- reunion
- confession
Key Concepts
relationships
memory
longing
Questions to Reflect On
- How does shared history shape present love?
- What does “perfect” mean in imperfect moments?
A Different Perspective
The dialogue may feel overly sentimental for some readers.
