Welcome to Snippet Sunday and Weekend Writing Warriors, your chance to sample the work of a talented group of authors. For the past few weeks I've been sharing excerpts from Return Engagement. So far, my hero and heroine have met on the beach ten years after his father broke them up. The thing is, she's engaged, and he keeps questioning her about the man. Last week she accused him of being too possessive. This is his reply.
“Like I used to be, you mean? I’ve
gotten much worse since then. Maybe it’s my FBI training
kicking in, but I’d insist you check in with me, and I’d check
in with you too. I wouldn’t be able to sleep until I knew you
were all right.” He paused a moment. “Anyway, if you really
love someone how could you not try to take care of her? Or
him. Isn’t that what you do for the ones you love?”
Interesting ... a bit overwhelming the guy??
ReplyDeleteSure sounds like he is talking about what HE wants to do more than questioning what her bf does.
ReplyDeleteHe's bluntly getting it out there. No use hiding it and pretending to be some other way. Good 8, Elaine!
ReplyDeleteMy husband and I check in with each other. It does stave off worries. :-)
He's got some point, maybe. Or maybe he is just trying to find flaws in her relationship, not good.
ReplyDeleteYOu do care for people, up to a point.
ReplyDeleteChecking in is great--stalking isn't
I'm pretty sure he's the former, though. :)
Yes, you do that, but he sounds a bit obsessive. Maybe it is the FBI training. But it sure gives me insight into his character. Great 8.
ReplyDeleteGreat snippet, does seem a bit obsessive but maybe that is because of all the bad things he's seen with him being in the FBI?
ReplyDeleteHe has an interesting point of view, very protective. Can't wait for more, great snippet!
ReplyDeleteYea, but you don't need to be smothering. Great snippet, Elaine. :)
ReplyDeleteI approve of his commitment to someone he cares for.Keep in touch to make sure you're okay.
ReplyDeleteSo well written.
I'm with the other folks in wondering about this guy's over-possessiveness. Makes me wonder about his motivation for becoming an FBI agent. I'm surprised he isn't in the NSA.
ReplyDeleteThis makes me wonder what has happened to him in the past to feel so strongly. Great snippet. :)
ReplyDeletevery realistic,practical attitude about love.
ReplyDeleteHe's certainly laying it on thick... At least there's no hidden agenda with this guy. Nice work.
ReplyDeleteHis way of thinking might prove overwhelming.
ReplyDeleteOuf! That would be a little bit too much for me. Taking care of loved ones, sure. Checking in all the time, no thanks. I wonder how she'll react.
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