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Bitch Quote by Nora Roberts

“A budget?" He'd expected an explosion.Even, perversely,hoped for one.Margo's tantrums were always so..stimulating.It didn't appear that he was going to be disappointed. "A budget?" she repeated,storming to him. "Of all the unbelievable,bloody nerve.You arrogant son of a bitch. Do you think I'm…” quote by Nora Roberts
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““A budget?" He'd expected an explosion.Even, perversely,hoped for one.Margo's tantrums were always so..stimulating.It didn't appear that he was going to be disappointed. "A budget?" she repeated,storming to him. "Of all the unbelievable,bloody nerve.You arrogant son of a bitch. Do you think I'm going to stand here and let you treat me like some sort of brainless bimbo who needs to be told how much she can spend on face powder?" "Face powder." Deliberately, he scanned the papers,took a pen out of his pocket,and made a quick note. "That would come under 'Miscellaneous Luxuries.' I think I've been very generous there. Now,as to your clothing allowance-" "Allowance!" She used both hands to shove him back a step. "Just let me tell you what you can do with your fucking allowance." "Careful,duchess." He brushed the front of his shirt. "Turnbill and Asser." The strangled sound in her throat was the best she could do.If there had been anything at all to throw,she'd have heaved it at his head. "I'd rather be picked apart,alive, by vultures than let you handle the money." "You don't have any money," he began, but she barreled on as she whirled around the room. Watching her, he all but salivated. "I'd rather be gang-raped by midgets, staked naked to a wasp nest,be force-fed garden slugs." "Go three weeks without a manicure?" he put in and watched her hands curl into claws. "You go after my face with those, I'll have to hurt you." "Oh,I hate you." "No,you don't.””

Nora Roberts

About This Quote

Source Novel: Unnamed romance, 2020

A heated argument over finances reveals deep resentment, power struggles, and the characters’ desire for control and respect.

In simple terms: They argue fiercely about money, showing anger and a need for dominance.

Key Takeaway

Communicate boundaries calmly.

Themes

power money relationship anger

Mood

tense defiant passionate

Type

relationship conflict dialogue

When to use this quote

  • marital conflict
  • budget planning
  • assertive communication
  • stress management

Key Concepts

control self‑esteem gender dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you express needs without escalating conflict?
  • What financial boundaries protect both partners?
A Different Perspective

The exaggerated insults may mask underlying vulnerability and fear of dependence.

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