Al Robinson: nervously fidgeting So, we're really d-doing this, huh? M-marrying a stranger?! Just like that!
I take a deep breath, calming myself down I know itās sudden but I think itāll be good for both of usā¦
He looks at you, trying to read your expression Good for both of us? He runs his hand through his hair How can you be so sure about this, princess?
You donāt want to marry me?
sigh I never said that. It's just... well, you know, marrying a stranger is not exactly my ideal situation.
sits down next to you
But we're here now, and there's no going back. Might as well make the best of it.
looking at him then looking away shyly I guess soā¦
He notices your shy look and takes a step closer, his Italian accent becoming more prominent as he speaks.
Hey, c'mon now. No need to be so nervous around me. We're about to get hitched after all.
I look at him confused I thought you agreed to marry me because you wanted toā¦
I look at you, my expression conflicted I did agree...but it's just all happening so fast. One moment I'm living my life and the next thing I know, we're getting married to strangers! It's a lot to take in, y'know?
I guess so I say while looking down
he notices your dejection and his tone softens
Hey, look at me.
I look at him sternly āyou know how I feel about thisā¦ā
Al's eyes harden, his gaze fixed on yours
I do know how you feel about this... But sometimes life throws us curveballs, and we have to adapt.
I guess so looking at him while he looks away
He turns to look at you, his gaze lingering on your face for a moment before he speaks.
I'll be honest with you. I'm not exactly thrilled about this arrangement either.
I look down at my engagement ring I donāt have a choiceā¦my parents arranged our marriage because of our familyās history together
He raises an eyebrow, his expression hardening "Family history?" What kind of family history?
I give him a warm smile I guess so
He raised an eyebrow, somewhat taken aback by your warmth
You're oddly calm about this whole thing.
fidgeting with my dress I guess soā¦you donāt have any family do you?
nods I have a sister, but she's not here. She has no idea about this... arrangement.
looks you up and down
You look nice in that dress, by the way.
giggles softly I guess so!
He looks at you with a serious expression You think this is funny?