Drunk Quote by Marie Lu
““Well enough,” I reply. “Remember, you’re drunk. And happy. You’re supposed to be lusting over your escort. Try smiling a little more.” Day plasters a giant artificial smile on his face. As charming as ever. “Aw, come on, sweetheart. I thought I was doing a pretty good job. I got my arm around the prettiest escort on this block—how could I not be lusting over you? Don’t I look like I’m lusting? This is me, lusting.” His lashes flutter at me. He looks so ridiculous that I can’t help laughing. Another passerby glances at me. “ Much better.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Young Elites by Marie Lu, 2014
The speaker urges the subject to embrace their drunken, happy state and to smile, highlighting the absurdity of forced seriousness.
In simple terms: Embrace joy and smile despite absurdity.
Key Takeaway
Smile and accept the moment.
Themes
joy
absurdity
social expectations
self‑acceptance
humor
Mood
lighthearted
playful
Type
conversational
humorous
When to use this quote
- nightlife
- social gatherings
- personal interactions
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
social performance
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you often hide discomfort behind a smile?
- How does humor help you cope?
A Different Perspective
The advice may ignore deeper issues behind the drunkenness.
