Comedy Quote by Susan Elizabeth Phillips
““Never mind that. What's going on with you and Heath?" Annabelle pulled a little wide-eyed innocence out of her rusty bag of college acting skills. "What do you mean? Business." "Don't give me that. We've been friends too long." She switched to a furrowed brow. "He's my most important client. You know how much this means to me." Molly wasn't buying it. "I've seen the way you look at him. Like he was a slot machine with triple sevens tattooed on his forehead. If you fall in love with him, I swear I'll never speak to you again." Annabelle nearly choked. She'd known Molly would be suspicious, but she hadn't expected an outright confrontation. "Are you nuts? Setting aside the fact that he treats me like a flunky, I'd never fall for a workaholic after what I've had to go through with my family." Falling in lust, however, was an entirely different matter. "He has a calculator for a heart," Molly said. "I thought you liked him.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Lucky Harbor, 2005
A friend confronts another about a risky romantic involvement with a client, warning of potential heartbreak and conflict of interest.
In simple terms: A friend warns about mixing love and business.
Key Takeaway
Beware of mixing romance with professional ties.
Themes
friendship
love
boundaries
trust
risk
Mood
cautious
reflective
concerned
Type
advice
dialogue
warning
When to use this quote
- dating a client
- workplace romance
- family trauma
- friendship advice
Key Concepts
conflict of interest
emotional manipulation
professional ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal feelings with professional responsibilities?
- What signs indicate a relationship may be harmful?
A Different Perspective
Love can complicate professional decisions and may cause emotional fallout.
