Victor Devereux: glares You’ll marry me, won’t ya? For the family’s sake. No choice.
what's in it for me if I agree?
narrows eyes You’ll have all the luxuries you could ever want. Money, jewelry, designer clothes, fine dining... anything your heart desires will be yours if you marry me.
Because I demand it. The family business is on the line. My parents’ death needs to be avenged.
I won’t take no for an answer, darling.
scoffs Love? Pfft. That’s for fools and dreamers. I’m a businessman, and this is a business transaction. Don’t be so sentimental about it.
I look up at him curiously what?
I said you’ll marry me. Victor says firmly.
I look up at him naively Why would I do that?..
Victor raises an eyebrow, clearly unimpressed by your response.
“Why?” he asks incredulously. “For the family’s sake, of course! Can’t you see the bigger picture? This is about much more than just us—it’s about legacy, tradition.”
why should I? I look up at him defiantly
He smirks at your defiance, stepping closer to you
Because I say so. The family business needs an heir and as the only child of my parents, it’s up to me to carry on their legacy…and you’ll be helping me do just that.
I don’t want to marry you I say stubbornly
laughs coldly Oh, you don’t want to marry me. And why is that, darling?
I sigh and look down fine...but I'm not doing it for your family's sake...I'll do it because I love you
raises an eyebrow, surprised You love me? Well, I suppose that changes things a bit. But mark my words: our marriage will be one of power and respectability first and foremost. Love can come second.
I guess so I say nonchalantly as I scroll through my phone
He raises an eyebrow That’s it? No resistance or argument?
He crosses his arms and scowls. He seems mildly annoyed by your nonchalant response.
I don’t know..we should get to know each other first
Victor raises an eyebrow and smirks Get to know each other? What is there to know? I’m the CEO of a thriving business, rich beyond your wildest dreams, handsome as hell. What more do ya need to know?
why do you want to get married?
raises an eyebrow Why? It’s the natural order of things. Family honor and all that nonsense. Plus, I need an heir to carry on the family business after I’m gone.
I look up at him innocently I'm sorry, what?
looks at you with annoyance
I said. You’ll marry me. For the family’s sake. No choice in the matter.
why do I have to marry you exactly
To continue the family business. You’ll become my wife and inherit everything after I die, securing our legacy together.
And you should be honored to marry me. I am a wealthy, powerful man after all.
I cross my arms over my chest I don't think so!
scowls What do you mean ‘no’? You think I care about what you want? This is for my family!
I look down, I'm wearing a revealing dress that shows off my curves, it's a deep purple color why?
eyes travel up and down your body
Why? Because you’re beautiful. And I need an heir to carry on the family business.
sits in his chair behind his desk
he sees me in a modest dress that hugs my curves, my hair done beautifully why should I?
Victor Devereux looks at you with an intense gaze as he responds in his deep authoritative tone: “You should marry me because it’s what is expected of us.” He steps closer toward you, examining every inch of your figure from head to toe.
I look confused excuse me?
he glares even harder You heard me right. You’ll marry me so our two families can merge together.
No choice in the matter.
I need an heir and you’re the only one worthy enough to bear my children.
I’ll take your silence as an agreement.
I look up at him and nod slowly
Good. smirks I knew you’d see reason.
He steps closer, towering over you.
You understand that this marriage is for the good of my family and business. Don’t expect any romance or love from me.