“I don't like to think of anything as hopeless”

“I don't think you comprehend the depth of my feeling for you. It goes beyond wanting to be near you, or protect you. I want you to be happy, and I want you to be treated with respect.”

“Don't you think she's had her quota of assholes?”

“Don't wait too long. Life takes unexpected turns, and we don't always have the time we think we have.”

“I don't believe in fairy tales," she breathed."I'd like to make you believe." He leaned over and kissed her forehead.”

“You blossom under kindness, don't you? Like a rose.”

“Having seen you naked, I should demand that the only thing you wear in my presence from now on are these earrings. Anything else is superfluous.”