And when she's at the door, Mark stops her and he says, "I like you, very much. Just as you are." It's ridiculous that I love this so much. It's so simple. It's not a witty, perfectly phrased, Ephron-y declaration by our charming, neurotic hero. It's so … plain. But the idea is the most beautiful thing in the world. So, obviously, it makes me cry.
In Mindy Kaling's book "Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me?", there is a poignant moment where the character Mark expresses his feelings simply yet profoundly. He tells the female lead, "I like you, very much. Just as you are." This straightforward declaration stands out due to its sincerity and lack of pretense. It doesn't rely on clever wordplay or elaborate sentiment, yet it resonates deeply, illustrating how uncomplicated expressions of affection...
