The next thing she knew, he was shaking her gently by the shoulder. Eve. What! Her eyes popped open. I wasn't sleeping. I was thinking. Yes, I could hear you thinking. If that's some smart-ass way of saying I was snoring, bite me.
In the scene from "Divided in Death" by J.D. Robb, Eve is abruptly awakened by someone shaking her shoulder. She responds with surprise, asserting that she was not sleeping but was instead lost in her thoughts. The exchange highlights her irritation at being accused of snoring, reflecting her feisty personality.
This moment captures a light-hearted interaction between characters, revealing Eve's strong-willed nature and her tendency to react defensively. The dialogue also adds depth to her character, illustrating her sarcasm and quick wit in response to perceived teasing.
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