Eating breakfast Quote by Lisa Kleypas
““Poppy gave him an odd look. “Is there anything the matter?” Nothing. Except that watching his wife eating breakfast was the most erotic act he had ever seen. “Nothing at all,” Harry said scratchily. “Tea’s hot.” When he dared to look at Poppy again, she was consuming a fresh strawberry, holding it by the green stem. Her lips rounded in a luscious pucker as she bit neatly into the ripe flesh of the fruit. Christ. He moved uncomfortably in his chair, while all the unsatisfied desire of the previous night reawakened with a vengeance. Poppy ate two more strawberries, nibbling slowly, while Harry tried to ignore her. Heat collected beneath his clothing, and he used a napkin to blot his forehead. Poppy lifted a bite of honey-soaked crumpet to her mouth, and gave him a perplexed glance. “Are you feeling well?” “It’s too warm in here,” Harry said irritably, while lurid thoughts””
About This Quote
Source Novel: "The Duchess Deal", 2017 (fictional excerpt)
The narrator describes intense, erotic tension sparked by a simple, mundane act, highlighting how desire can surface in unexpected moments.
In simple terms: Desire can arise from ordinary scenes.
Key Takeaway
Notice subtle cues of attraction.
Themes
desire
eroticism
mundane
psychology
intimacy
Mood
sensual
intense
Type
literary
erotic
contemporary
When to use this quote
- dinner dates
- breakfast moments
- office interactions
- social gatherings
Key Concepts
human behavior
sexual tension
Questions to Reflect On
- How do everyday moments trigger hidden emotions?
- When have you felt unexpected attraction?
A Different Perspective
The explicit description may be uncomfortable for some readers.
