--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: He gave the briefest of glances at…" description: "\"“He gave the briefest of glances at Lissie, barely acknowledging her presence as he gently eased Violet onto the seat. For good measure, and Violet was..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f5a/kimberly-derting-2436_next-time_he-gave-the-briefest-of-glances-at-lissi_747724.jpg" --- # He gave the briefest of glances at Lissie, barely… ![“He gave the briefest of glances at Lissie, barely acknowledging her presence as he gently eased Violet onto the seat. For good measure, and Violet was sure it was premeditated, he gave her a long, sweet kiss before closing her door. Violet was surprised at how quickly she responded to his touch…” quote by Kimberly Derting](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f5a/kimberly-derting-2436_next-time_he-gave-the-briefest-of-glances-at-lissi_747724.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f5a/kimberly-derting-2436_next-time_he-gave-the-briefest-of-glances-at-lissi_747724.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f5a/kimberly-derting-2436_next-time_he-gave-the-briefest-of-glances-at-lissi_747724.jpg) > ““He gave the briefest of glances at Lissie, barely acknowledging her presence as he gently eased Violet onto the seat. For good measure, and Violet was sure it was premeditated, he gave her a long, sweet kiss before closing her door. Violet was surprised at how quickly she responded to his touch, even when she knew it was more for Lissie’s benefit than for hers. But she had to suppress a triumphant smile when she stole a quick look at the other girl’s disgusted expression before Jay put the car in drive and left Lissie standing there, gawking after them. “Sorry about that,” he said apologetically as he concentrated on maneuvering through the busy parking lot. “I’ve been so worried about strange men following you around that I forgot how dangerous Homecoming Queens can be.” Violet smiled at him. “That’s okay. That kiss was a nice touch, by the way. Sheer genius.” “Yeah, that one just came to me,” he chuckled. “Maybe you can show it to me again . . . later,” she said playfully. He reached over and gave her leg a squeeze, his eyes never leaving the road. “I like the way you think, my friend.” “Is that how it is now, we’re back to just friends ?” Violet asked, raising her eyebrows at him challengingly. “I’ll remember to keep that in mind next time we’re ‘doing homework.’” He was suddenly serious, his tone determined. “We’ll never be just friends again, not if I have anything to do with it.” And then with conviction he added, “I love you too much to go back now, Vi.” It was still strange to hear him saying things like that. The words sounded so foreign to her ears, but her heart responded, as if it had been waiting a lifetime to hear them, by beating erratically.”” [Kimberly Derting](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/kimberly-derting/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. A tense encounter reveals hidden feelings, shifting a friendship toward romance **In simple terms:** Friendship evolves into love amid awkward moments Key Takeaway Acknowledge feelings, pursue honesty Themes romance communication friendship Mood hopeful anxious Type narrative dramatic When to use this quote - dating - conflict resolution - personal growth Key Concepts emotional vulnerability relationship dynamics Questions to Reflect On - Can friendship survive a sudden confession? - What signals indicate deeper affection? 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Violet was surprised at how quickly she responded to his touch, even when she knew it was more for Lissie’s benefit than for hers. But she had to suppress a triumphant smile when she stole a quick look at the other girl’s disgusted expression before Jay put the car in drive and left Lissie standing there, gawking after them. “Sorry about that,” he said apologetically as he concentrated on maneuvering through the busy parking lot. “I’ve been so worried about strange men following you around that I forgot how dangerous Homecoming Queens can be.” Violet smiled at him. “That’s okay. That kiss was a nice touch, by the way. Sheer genius.” “Yeah, that one just came to me,” he chuckled. “Maybe you can show it to me again . . . later,” she said playfully. 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