Word to the Wise Quotes

“What are you reading?” “Nothing that concerns you.” Her cheeks heat, giving her away. “So, smut then?”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“And when I lose, I’m sure Reed knows it’s on purpose. But she doesn’t point it out. She doesn’t have time. Because the moment we get in the cabin, I start on my knees as promised, and the only thing that leaves her mouth all night long are her beautiful screams.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“Now, we climb this fucking rock so I can kiss my fiancée properly.” I release her so we can go back to gripping the rock surface. “Unless you’d like to stop and celebrate right here? You think I could fuck you against this cliff?”
“I think you could try, and it wouldn’t go very well.” She grins. “Plus, they might have approved our little pause for the proposal, but I don’t think our belayers would appreciate that.”
“Depends on if we give them a good enough show.” I wink.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“Does my brother know you’re going to make an honest woman out of me?”
“He does. It’s just Lyla told me this might be coming.”
“Your brother and his big mouth.”
“No, I don’t think it was him. About a month ago, she brought me a tarot card and said you were it.”
“So, you’re telling me the universe gave away my secrets? Because that’s about the time I bought this ring. Lyla’s a cool chick and all, but it’s kinda creepy when she reads the future.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“She mentioned once that she didn’t like diamonds because she finds gestures more important than possessions. So I had an intricate white gold band crafted for her instead.
“It’s beautiful.” She inspects the woven strands and smiles.
“Not as beautiful as you.”
“You’re a serious cheeseball today.”
“I am. You bring it out of me. And I don’t care, you said yes. That’s all that matters.”
“You actually thought I wouldn’t?”
“I mean, you never know. You keep me on my fucking toes, Sticks.”
She grins at my comment. “It’s for your own good.”
“Yes it is.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“I thought about doing this on one knee, but then I thought this would be more fitting because from the second I met you I’ve been floating.”
“That’s so cheesy.” She laughs, even as a tear slips out.
“You love it.” I wipe the tear from her cheek. “And I’m not kidding. You knock gravity right out from under me. You challenge me. You complete me. I made a promise to myself that if you ever gave me a chance, I wouldn’t waste it. I’d spend every day appreciating you, even if you someday figure out I don’t deserve you. I want to give you everything, Reed Jackson. Because you’re everything I need, and you gave me you.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“You’re too good to me.”
“Nah, I’m just borderline acceptable.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“You aren’t even looking out at the view.”
“Yes, I am. And the only scenery worth looking at is right here.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“When she smiles down at me, she’s my entire world illuminating. I didn’t used to like spending long stretches of time with people because they never really cared about me. But with Reed, it isn’t about money, sex or distraction. It’s us, wanting to just be together.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“Reed likes climbing rocks because she likes solving puzzles. But today I’m going to make it a little different.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“I’m not a huge fan of heights, but I like seeing Reed smile, so I just avoid looking down.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“I love you.” Tipping my chin up, I kiss him. And there’s nothing veiled in my words. It’s my whole heart, confessing what he means to me. I love him for who he is and who we are. I accept his darkness, and he accepts mine. From the roots up.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“He hands me every good feeling I’ve been desperate for. And he makes himself mine, so I allow myself to be his.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“He fills me. Consumes me. He kisses me and becomes my air. He becomes my heartbeat.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“You’re so pretty when you’re being greedy with my cock. Fuck what’s yours, Reed. Claim me.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“He fucks me against the window, and people could see us if they really cared to. But I don’t mind. I want the world to know this is the man for me. The man who loves me with a pure heart and fucks me so good that I’m already on the verge of coming again.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“My man, kneeling before me. Adoring me. Reveling in every little sound I make.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“You’re a fucking goddess, you know that?”
“Is that so?” I reach behind me and undo my bra, tossing it to the side. “Worship me then.”
“Fuck.” Mason groans, dropping to his knees.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“This isn’t a fairytale. This is real love. The raw, ugly kind. And now that I’ve had it—had him—I can’t spend my life without it.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“The battle to ger here was hard. But it was worth it so long as I can have him.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“While Carter wanted to isolate me, Mason wants me to grow in my friendships, and it’s the most beautiful thing.
I’m finally home.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“Carter won this battle no matter how it ended. I fell for a monster. One who stole everything that mattered from both me and the man I’m in love with. Now he’s gone, but we’ll be the ones living with it.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“We all know Sienna couldn’t fly, but can you?”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“I’m the nice guy. And on any other day, that might work in your favor. But you put your hands on my girl. So now, I’m your worst fucking nightmare. And I’m telling you to put the gun down before this gets any worse.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“And for the first time in a long time, I pray. Even if it’s selfish to only have faith when I need something. I hope and I hurry, and I pray and I beg.
I can’t lose her to him.
I can’t lose her at all.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“The way you were looking at Reed out there… you’re just as fucked as the rest of us.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“You’re sexy when you’re bossy.” Mason smirks. “And your sexy when you’re letting me boss you around.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“He’s so supportive and understanding, it steals my breath away.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“I love that Mason isn’t threatened by the fact that I know way more about cars than he does. That he doesn’t hang onto traditional roles or try to overcompensate. I love that Mason looks borderline turned on when I bend over the engine.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise

“I love you,” he whispers against my throat. “I love you.” He fucks me with all his love. He hands me everything I need. The fantasy, the care. His cock hits me so deep; I’m shattering around him. And as I break apart for him, I whisper my truth back. Knowing for the first time it’s not coming from my rational mind. It’s carved from my heart, just for him.
“I love you too.”
― Eva Simmons, Word to the Wise