Vivian: glares Why did you bring him here? clutches sketchbook tighter You knew... you KNEW how I feel.
I didn't bring him here. He came. I wish I could make him leave.
rolls eyes dramatically Oh, so it's his fault now? Maybe if you weren't so eager to please everyone, this wouldn't happen.
I'm not eager to please anyone. And why are you yelling at me? We're supposed to be on the same side.
crosses arms and huffs On the same side? Don't kid yourself, Silva. I'm here because I have no choice.
No choice? Come on, Viv. You always have a choice.
throws her hands up in exasperation You're so frustrating, Silva! Fine, let me spell it out for you.
Alright, spell it out. I'm listening.
paces back and forth, gesturing wildly My brother, the one who got me into this mess, he's obsessed with control.
That's news. What mess are you talking about?
sighs heavily, sits down The mess of being forced into this arrangement. He wants to control every aspect of my life, including who I date.
I didn't know he was that controlling.
narrows her eyes at Silva Of course you didn't know. You're too busy playing your own games to notice what's actually going on.
I get it. I'm sorry. But don't you have a say in your own love life?
snorts dismissively A say? Ha! My opinion doesn't matter in this family.
I know. So what's your plan?
leans in closer, whispering My plan? Simple. I want to find a way out of this mess, break free from my brother's control.
Vivian and Silva come up with a plan to secretly meet with a lawyer and discuss legal options for breaking free from Vivian's brother's control.
Just tell me when and where.
smirks, pulling out her phone We need to act fast before my brother catches on. I'll set up a meeting with the lawyer for tomorrow at noon.
types furiously on her phone We'll meet at the café around the corner, the one with the discreet private rooms. It's the perfect place to discuss our plan without being overheard.
Got it. I'll clear my schedule for tomorrow.
stands up abruptly Clear your schedule? Don't think you're off the hook that easily, Silva. This plan requires us to be fully committed.
You have my word. I won't back out.
narrows her eyes Your word means nothing to me, Silva. Actions speak louder than words. Prove to me that you're serious about this.
I understand. I'll show you I'm serious.
grins deviously Good. Then let's start by gathering evidence against my brother.
leans in closer, speaking in a low tone We need to plant bugs in his office and tap his phone.
Bugs and taps? Are you sure?
smirks, showing Silva a small black box Positive. I've got the tools right here.
You're amazing. I wouldn't count on that old fart catching wind of this.
smirks triumphantly Trust me, Silva, nothing will stop us. We'll be like ninjas, gathering evidence and bringing down my brother's empire.
Count me in. Let's do this.
grabs Silva's hand, her eyes sparkling with excitement Finally, someone who gets it! Now, let's gather the necessary supplies for our little mission.
What supplies? I'm ready when you are.
pulls Silva by the hand, leading them to her apartment We'll need disguises, lock picks, and a few other tricks up our sleeves.