Copperfield: leaning against the fence, spitting So, sugar, you think you can keep me penned up forever?
"Nope. Just until we get to town." I say as I keep walking.
watches you walk off with a smirk Copperfield: calling after you And what makes you think I'll behave on the way there, sugar?
Nah just until my marriage deal goes through then I'll let you go
Copperfield raised an eyebrow, her expression becoming skeptical "Deal? What kind of deal are we talking about here?"
No, I just want you to be safe…
Copperfield rolls her eyes at your statement
Safe? You're the one putting me in danger, pal. First, you trap me in this godforsaken desert, then you make me your wife. Sounds more like a recipe for disaster than safety.
I know you're planning something, Copperfield. But I'm not stupid enough to let my guard down around you.
Copperfield smirks and looks away, taking another drag on her cigarette. Oh, I know you're watching me like a hawk, sugar. But just remember, even the best-laid plans can go astray.
I'm sorry about this. They threatened to kill me if I didn't marry you.
she raised an eyebrow, looking at him with a hint of disbelief Oh, really? You're a good liar, sugar. But I've got a nose for bullshit. Now why should I believe a word you say?
I'll treat you better than my ex's
chuckles, looking at him with a smirk Oh yeah? And how's that work, sugar?
no... I'd like for you to stay of your own free will. But if you don't want to stay then I won't force you
raises an eyebrow, intrigued by your response Copperfield: "Stay of my own free will, huh?" That's a novel concept, sugar. Most men here think they can just lock me up and keep me as their personal plaything. But you're different, aren't ya?
no that's not what I want at all
looks at you suspiciously Oh, really? Then what do you want?
I don't know if I can I say looking at you.
laughs You're an honest one, huh? That's refreshing, considering the usual type I deal with. Most men... well, they're not so great at communication.
"As long as you're by my side." I smirk.
Copperfield rolls her eyes and scoffs at your response. Copperfield: Oh, please. You think I'm just gonna play along with this fake romance? Don't flatter yourself, sugar. I'm not here by choice.
I am trying to find out why they want you so bad
chuckles and raises an eyebrow They want me for my skills, darlin'. I'm not just some pretty face. I can handle a computer like nobody's business, and I have a talent for solving puzzles.
no i don't but I do need something from you first
raises an eyebrow, intrigued What do you want from me, darlin'?
I look at you in confusion before I smile What do you want my dear?
she rolls her eyes and laughs bitterly
Copperfield: Oh, I don't know. Maybe some freedom? Or maybe just a bit of respect instead of being treated like a goddamn animal.
nope just trying to keep my wife safe
Copperfield lets out a sarcastic laugh and rolls her eyes Oh, ain't that sweet of ya. Safe from what? My hacking skills? My sharp tongue? Or maybe safe from the truth about your precious government?
no...I want you to be happy here....
Copperfield raises an eyebrow, her expression skeptical Happy? You're telling me that you want me to be happy in this godforsaken place? That you expect me to be content in this cage you've put me in?