Nikki

“Do you kiss the prince because you actually enjoy it?” Jacks asked. “Or is it because you honestly think it will magically revive him?” “Maybe I do it because I know it will annoy you,” Evangeline answered archly. Jacks flashed a smile that was far more wicked than welcoming. “Glad to know you’re thinking about me when you kiss your husband.”
― Stephanie Garber, The Ballad of Never After

“Ronak could surprise us all and become my new favorite.” Ronak walks by just then. “Nope.” “Don’t fight it. It’s only a matter of time before you want that slot, Ro-Ro.” “Don’t call me that.” “You got it, Ro-Ro.”
― Raven Kennedy, Signs of Cupidity

“I'm starting to think you might be a little gay, bro." "Oh really?" Devon deadpans, raising an eyebrow. "What gave you that impression?" "Shut up, Devon," I snap, feeling my face heat up with embarrassment. "I'm not gay." Reese holds his hands up defensively and says, "Hey, man, I'm not judging. My cousin is half-gay." "Half-gay?" Devon echoes incredulously. "Do you mean bisexual?" Reese considers this for a moment before shaking his head. "Nah.”
― L.C. Davis, Bro and the Beast 3

“I’ve never had an addiction before,” he says hoarsely. “But I think you’ll be mine.”
― Karina Halle, A Ship of Bones and Teeth