Success without someone to share it with is hollow indeed. On the other hand, it beats the heck out of failure.
Judith McNaughtJason, stop this,” she pleaded. “You don’t want to kiss me. You don’t even like me more than a little when you aren’t foxed” A harsh laugh escaped him. “I like you too damned much!” he whispered bitterly, then pulled her head down and captured her lips in a demaning, scalding kiss that took everything and give nothing in return.
Judith McNaughtWhitney: You black-hearted, treacherous, conniving scoundrel. Clayton: Your flattery warms my heart
Judith McNaughtI'd like to shower and change clothes," she said. "Would you mind waiting for me a half hour?" The question seemed to amuse him. "Not at all," he said with exaggerated formality. "Please take all the time you need." Michael watched her walk away. Did he mind waiting a half hour for her? Not at all. He'd been waiting years for her.
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