They were able to be together for only a few 'precious' hours/days.
The sometimes 'precious' writing makes the book difficult to read.
We can save 'precious' time by taking this shortcut.
(..) - Really? Yeah. You're my little niece. I think we should be spending more time together. - And if it makes my mom jealous- - And George Michael can run back to his precious Ann. Great. Good deal. ...king $ suit! - Come on! - Hi there. - What's she doin' here? (..)2004 TvShow: Arrested Development Title: Afternoon Delight Season: 2 Episode 6