--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I have to second Gran’s thanks for not…" description: "\"“I have to second Gran’s thanks for not giving up on me.” “I did consider it a few times,” she teased. “But you can be such an engaging fellow that I n..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/449/sabrina-jeffries-1064_marriage_i-have-to-second-gran-s-thanks-for-not-g_683802.jpg" --- # I have to second Gran’s thanks for not giving up on me.”… ![“I have to second Gran’s thanks for not giving up on me.” “I did consider it a few times,” she teased. “But you can be such an engaging fellow that I never considered it for long.” “And there was all that encouragement from my siblings,” he said. “All their little machinations to help our romance…” quote by Sabrina Jeffries](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/449/sabrina-jeffries-1064_marriage_i-have-to-second-gran-s-thanks-for-not-g_683802.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/449/sabrina-jeffries-1064_marriage_i-have-to-second-gran-s-thanks-for-not-g_683802.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/449/sabrina-jeffries-1064_marriage_i-have-to-second-gran-s-thanks-for-not-g_683802.jpg) > ““I have to second Gran’s thanks for not giving up on me.” “I did consider it a few times,” she teased. “But you can be such an engaging fellow that I never considered it for long.” “And there was all that encouragement from my siblings,” he said. “All their little machinations to help our romance along.” He had the satisfaction of watching his wife blush very prettily. “I didn’t have anything to do with that. I had no idea they were trying to ‘push you’ anywhere.” “Of course you didn’t. You don’t have an ounce of guile in your entire body. But I knew what they were doing.” She blinked at him. “You did?” “My siblings are as transparent as that fetching night rail you put on every evening.” “If you knew, why didn’t you fight them?” “Because they were pushing me in a direction I wanted to go.” “That’s very sweet, but I’m sure you had no desire to marry until-“ “From the moment I met you, sweetheart, I could tell I was in trouble. I didn’t acknowledge it, but on some level I sensed it. When a man first sees the thing he never realized he wanted, he knows it instantly. He just doesn’t always know how to get it.” She laughed. “Oh, I think you figured out very quickly how to get it. You just kissed me until I stopped kneeing you in the privates, and after that I was putty in your hands.” “So that’s the secret, is it?” Reaching over, he hauled her onto his lap. “Now I know how I’ll be spending my afternoon.” Her eyes gleamed at him. “Meeting with the tenants?” “Guess again.” He began to unbutton her gown, which very conveniently opened in the front. “Consulting with the carpenter?” “Absolutely not.” Kissing each swath of flesh revealed with the release of a button, he started dragging up her skirts with his other hand. “Seducing your wife?” she teased, then caught her breath as he slipped his hand between her legs to find her already ready for him. “Exactly. But, if you don’t mind, I believe I shall skip the part where you knee me in the privates.” And as she burst into laughter, he set about to show her the decided advantages in marrying a rakehell.”” [Sabrina Jeffries](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/sabrina-jeffries/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The dialogue reveals how playful teasing, sibling encouragement, and mutual attraction intertwine, highlighting the dance of romance and consent. **In simple terms:** Romance involves teasing, encouragement, and mutual desire. Key Takeaway Read cues and enjoy the flirtation. Themes romance communication consent Mood intimate playful Type narrative dialogue When to use this quote - dating - courtship - intimate moments Key Concepts teasing family influence mutual desire Questions to Reflect On - How do you ensure mutual consent? - What role do friends play in romance? 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But I knew what they were doing.” She blinked at him. “You did?” “My siblings are as transparent as that fetching night rail you put on every evening.” “If you knew, why didn’t you fight them?” “Because they were pushing me in a direction I wanted to go.” “That’s very sweet, but I’m sure you had no desire to marry until-“ “From the moment I met you, sweetheart, I could tell I was in trouble. I didn’t acknowledge it, but on some level I sensed it. When a man first sees the thing he never realized he wanted, he knows it instantly. He just doesn’t always know how to get it.” She laughed. “Oh, I think you figured out very quickly how to get it. You just kissed me until I stopped kneeing you in the privates, and after that I was putty in your hands.” “So that’s the secret, is it?” Reaching over, he hauled her onto his lap. “Now I know how I’ll be spending my afternoon.” Her eyes gleamed at him. “Meeting with the tenants?” “Guess again.” He began to unbutton her gown, which very conveniently opened in the front. “Consulting with the carpenter?” “Absolutely not.” Kissing each swath of flesh revealed with the release of a button, he started dragging up her skirts with his other hand. “Seducing your wife?” she teased, then caught her breath as he slipped his hand between her legs to find her already ready for him. “Exactly. 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