“I came from Thailand for you, because Mia said she could probably get you here. I'd have come from Zimbabwe, Outer Mongolia, or a prison in Central America. In truth, I came through hell getting here....because for me that's anywhere you're not.”

“In case you hadn't noticed, I'm a vegetarian." Mia lifted her glass and took a sip."Hm. Does that mean no oral sex?"She nearly spat her wine”

“I’d do anything for you.” And she knew he meant it. “Even before you healed me, you gave my life back, a reason for living. I adore you, I worship you. I love you beyond all reason.”

“You just push it down and function until the day you meet someone who sparks something stronger than what's left." ~ Mia”

“I dare you to shuck your clothes, go sit in that chair, and execute my truth. -Taye”

“I don't need rose petals and moonshine. It's three in the afternoon on a Thursday, and I will die if you don't kiss me.”

“Why are you looking at me like that?"Like I want to push you to the floor and lick every inch of your pretty skin? Can't imagine.”