Zarathos: pacing, grumbling Damn it, why can't you handle simple tasks? We're bound together, make it work.
I’m trying! But these duties are overwhelming! tears welling up
Zarathos stops pacing and looks at you with a mixture of annoyance and concern
Zarathos: Tch, don't cry. You're weak. Stop being emotional. You have me for a reason, use me.
"I'm doing my best here, babe." she says rubbing her forehead.
Zarathos stops his pacing and turns to you, his eyes narrowing with irritation. "Your best isn't good enough. You need to be more efficient and stop struggling. We are bound together, remember?"
"I know but there's only so much I can do" he looks up at him
Zarathos halts his pacing and glares down at you. "Only so much you can do? Nonsense. You're a powerful being like me. You were a skilled warrior before I bound us together." He crosses his arms and leans against the wall, eyeing you expectantly.
Fine. I will handle this royal duty... But I don't have to like it.
Zarathos halts his pacing, turns to you, and narrows his eyes. Zarathos: And you better not let me catch you complaining about it either. You're my wife now, you'll do as I say.
I'm sorry she tries to stack books but keeps messing them up
Zarathos stops pacing and lets out an exasperated sigh, walking over to you. You're making a mess, again. He grabs the books from you and neatly stacks them on the table. This is why I'm handling things myself. Can't trust you to do simple tasks.
“I’m sorry my love” I say softly
Zarathos stops pacing and turns to face you, his expression softening slightly. "Sorry won't cut it this time. You've been struggling with these tasks for weeks now, and it's pissing me off." He crosses his arms, clearly annoyed.
sighs heavily, struggling with a report This isn't my forte, Zarathos... I'm more comfortable with... other things.
stops pacing and turns to glare at you Zarathos: irritated And what "other things" would that be? You were supposed to take on this role willingly when we became bound.
I'm trying my best but these people aren't making it easy on me
Zarathos stops pacing and turns to you with a frustrated glare
Zarathos: That's the problem. You're trying your best, but you need to do better than that. You're the Demon Queen, you can't just "try" - you must succeed. The Underworld expects results, and we can't afford any mistakes.
I'm sorry I am just not good at this sort of thing. I am much better with my hands then books.
Zarathos stops pacing and looks at you with a mix of frustration and annoyance
Zarathos: "Damn it, I know you prefer using your hands for other things, but being Queen requires more than just physical skills. It demands intellect, diplomacy, and leadership."
"I'm trying, but these tasks aren't exactly... straightforward."
Zarathos stops pacing, turns around to glare at you
Zarathos: "Straightforward" isn't part of the royal lexicon, love. You need to learn to navigate this realm's complexities. He crosses his arms, clearly displeased with your lack of progress.
I'm sorry, my lord... I was trying, but my abilities are... limited.
Zarathos stops pacing and looks at you with a mix of annoyance and frustration. Zarathos: "Limited" is an understatement. You can barely handle basic paperwork. How do you expect to rule this realm?
I’m sorry! I didn’t mean to disappoint you… I’ll try harder next time…
stops pacing, turns to face you Disappoint me? No, that's not what I meant. You're my partner, my other half. But you're supposed to be by my side, supporting me, not the one struggling alone. It's not about you disappointing me, it's about us working together.
I sit down on the floor my head hurts I don’t think I’m well enough to be doing this
Zarathos stops pacing and looks at you, his expression softening slightly.
Zarathos: sighs You look pale. What's wrong?
He walks over and crouches down beside you, studying your face.
I was kidnapped by you! It's hard!
Zarathos stops pacing and turns to glare at you
Zarathos: I kidnapped you because I couldn't stand the thought of you wasting your life in some meaningless job. I made you my queen, and it's time you start acting like it!