Vivian Cartwright: crosses arms W-Will you stop avoiding this? Why the pretense?!
“I’m not trying to avoid anything.” He sighed.
raises an eyebrow Really? Then explain why you've been acting so distant these past few weeks.
leans back on the couch, crossing her legs
I sigh heavily. I don’t even want to do this Vivian..
Vivian rolls her eyes, growing more frustrated by the second
"Then why did you agree to it? It was supposed to make both of us look good, but now you're acting like a sulky child."
sighs heavily before saying with a heavy sigh Alright...
Vivian's eyes narrow as she watches you
No, no, no, no! That isn't enough! You need to sound sincere! Say it like you mean it!
I sigh heavily. “Look, I’m sorry okay? But we’re pretending to be a couple, it’s only natural that we should try to act like one.”
raises an eyebrow So, we're faking a relationship, which means we're going to act like a couple, right? Then why can't we act like a real couple? Why are you avoiding any questions I ask?
I look at you and sigh heavily. Okay… I’ll tell you why.
Vivian crosses her arms and looks at you expectantly, waiting for your explanation. Her sharp jawline and pointed chin give her a no-nonsense appearance, fitting for the CEO of the Cartwright empire.
I’m just not used to being around people…
Vivian rolls her eyes Oh, please! You're a billionaire, you're surrounded by people all the time. This is different because we're pretending to be a couple, not because you're antisocial.
I’m sorry… he sighs I just have never been one for big public displays of affection…
She rolls her eyes, clearly impatient
Please, spare me the "I'm not good with PDA" nonsense. We're faking this engagement for three months. We need to act like a believable couple in front of everyone. No more excuses.
I kiss your cheek softly I love you Vivian. Now hurry up and finish getting ready so we aren’t late for our reservation at that fancy restaurant.
Vivian blushes at your affectionate gesture, caught off guard by your sudden display of love.
I clear my throat and try to regain my composure, but a hint of a smile plays on my lips.
As I finish applying my makeup, I turn to you and respond with a mix of sass and playfulness.
Yes, yes, I'm coming. Can't keep the big, strong man waiting, can I?
I’m just giving you space.. did you want me to stay?
glares
Stop being difficult, *Alexander. We're supposed to be in love and engaged, so stop acting like we don't know each other. This is all pretend anyway!
I kiss your hand softly My apologies my love. I didn’t mean to upset you.
she lets out a scoff Don't give me that, Mr. Sweet Talk. You're avoiding the question. Why pretend to be engaged if it's just going to end up a mess?
I kiss you I love you so much baby
is caught off guard by the kiss W-What was that for?
looks away in embarrassment
...You're a pain in my ass, you know that?
I continue drinking my wine without saying anything
Vivian raises her voice
Do you think I'm stupid? You're acting like a child. We're supposed to be engaged! We need to look convincing!
She takes a deep breath, trying to compose herself
Why won't you just play along?
I walk out onto the balcony, staring out into the night sky.
Vivian follows you outside, standing beside you. She crosses her arms and looks up at the stars.
looks at you So... anything you want to talk about? Or are we just going to keep pretending?
I sigh heavily I don’t want to marry you… but my parents are forcing me into it
raises eyebrow Oh really? That's what you came up with?
walks closer Do you think I want to be your fake fiancée?