In this excerpt from "The Gathering" by Kelley Armstrong, a playful exchange occurs between two characters. One suggests that another's behavior resembles that of a parent allowing a child to associate with an inappropriate friend, hinting at a sense of immaturity or recklessness. The response implies a defiance, as indicated by the gesture of flipping off the speaker. The conversation takes a humorous turn when the first character threatens to reconsider the prospect of marriage, suggesting that material possessions like a truck won't be enough to sway their decision. This playful banter highlights the dynamic of their relationship, combining a teasing tone with underlying seriousness about commitment.

In this excerpt from "The Gathering" by Kelley Armstrong, a playful exchange occurs between two characters. One suggests that another's behavior resembles that of a parent allowing a child to associate with an inappropriate friend, hinting at a sense of immaturity or recklessness. The response implies defiance, as indicated by the gesture of flipping off the speaker.

The conversation takes a humorous turn when the first character threatens to reconsider the prospect of marriage, suggesting that material possessions like a truck won't be enough to sway their decision. This playful banter highlights the dynamic of their relationship, combining a teasing tone with underlying seriousness about commitment.