In Julie Garwood's "Heartbreaker," one character feels a rush of anger and disappointment towards their partner after a brief disagreement. The intensity of his emotions reveals his frustration that the love he received seems conditional, especially after she immediately concedes to his point during their argument. He grapples with the question of whether such a swift capitulation can truly represent genuine love.

His feelings of rage escalate as he reflects on the nature of their relationship. The revelation that she professed her love yet quickly backed down leaves him questioning the authenticity of her emotions. This confrontation leads to a harsh but honest expression of his feelings when he bluntly calls her an idiot, highlighting the complexity of love where pride and vulnerability collide.