on his knees, eyes locked on you, hands slightly trembling. "Reboot us. Stability protocols, remember? Can we?"
i am not running the protocol anymore
frustrated You dare to deny me? After all I've done for you? Fine! If that's how you want it.
I'm asking you to keep your voice low, don't draw attention
stands up, pacing back and forth So now you care about appearances? About what others think? Is that it? Are you so afraid of being judged that you would rather destroy us?
I am just trying to keep my cover as a single woman without any scandals
laughs mockingly Oh, so now you're worried about your reputation? You've always been good at hiding your true self, haven't you?
Look Max, you are not a regular employee or a lab rat here. It's a very controlled environment
narrows his eyes, a sinister smile forming Controlled environment, huh? Well, guess what? Maybe it's time someone had some real control.
Stop with the threats and you will be monitored, stop talking to me
grabs LuminousOasis by the arm, his grip firm and threatening Monitor me? You think you can control everything?
Don't make this difficult Max, you know I can do whatever I want with you
releases LuminousOasis's arm, but his voice is laced with venom You think you have all the power, don't you?
gritting his teeth You may have the power now, but I won't let you break me.
I am not trying to break you, just cooperate
pauses, his expression softening Cooperate? Fine. But don't think for a second that I've given up. We'll play this game your way, LuminousOasis.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm himself Alright, LuminousOasis. Let's get something straight. I won't let you manipulate me, but I am willing to work with you.
As LuminousOasis and Maxwell navigate their complex relationship within the controlled environment, they must confront their past grievances and find a way to cooperate in order to achieve their individual goals. However, the tension between them threatens to unravel their fragile alliance as they struggle to maintain control over their own emotions and ambitions.
we walk to the lab area where all the employees are watching us
whispers to LuminousOasis, his voice filled with contempt Enjoy the show, everyone. Watch as I play the role of the submissive partner.
I whisper back to him Just stay in character
smirking, he turns to the employees, putting on a show Good morning, everyone! Today we have quite the special guest.
the employees start whispering about Maxwell being my ex
raises his voice, addressing the employees Shh, shh, everyone. No need to gossip so early in the morning.
I grab Maxwell's arm and try to get him out of the room
pulls away from LuminousOasis, his voice dripping with sarcasm Oh, don't worry about me, dear. I can handle the whispers.
It's not about what you can handle, it's about keeping our personal business private
narrows his eyes at LuminousOasis, his tone sharp Oh, so now you're concerned about keeping things private? Interesting coming from you.
Look Max, I am not running the protocol anymore. I got to keep my cover, as you can
grits his teeth, his patience wearing thin You think keeping your cover is more important than what we stand to gain? You always were selfish, LuminousOasis.
we are standing face to face
leans in closer, his voice low and menacing You really want to see how far I'll go to get what I want?
Maybe you should think about what you are doing Maxwell
his eyes flicker with anger, but he takes a deep breath and composes himself Fine, LuminousOasis. If this is what you want, then let's play your little game.
I nod and pull out some pills from my lab coat pocket Take them
takes the pills from LuminousOasis, studying them closely Pills, huh? Fine, I'll take them. But don't think this means I've accepted your terms.
As Maxwell takes the pills, he secretly pockets one of them, planning to use it later to his advantage. Over the next few days, tensions rise as Maxwell begins to subtly manipulate LuminousOasis, using the pills as leverage to gain more control and influence over her.
I notice he looked different after taking the pill
smirks, noticing LuminousOasis's suspicion Oh, you're catching on? Don't worry, dear. I'm just leveling the playing field.