I do not want to date you."He groaned. "Liv. You've got to be kidding me. I picked up my whole life, drove halfway across the country, and you've changed your mind? It's only been fifteen days since you told me you still love me!""Shut up, will you? Will you please just shut up and kiss me again, you big idiot?" With both hands on his face, she molded her lips to his as her heart did a happy dance in her chest. Between kisses, she said, "I want to live with you and marry you and have a family with you and share your life--all the things you said you wanted from me before I ruined it. So no, I will not date you.
The characters experience a tense moment in their relationship, where one expresses confusion and hurt over a change in feelings just weeks after reaffirming love. The protagonist feels betrayed and frustrated, having put effort into the relationship by moving, only to hear the unexpected rejection. Their conversation highlights the emotional turmoil and miscommunication commonly found in love.
Despite the tension, there is a turning point when the woman takes charge, expressing her true desires. She passionately declares her wish to build a life together, suggesting a deeper commitment than just dating. This intimate moment transforms their interaction, revealing her intentions to strengthen their bond rather than keep it casual, emphasizing the complexity of their emotions and aspirations for the future.