Emily Parker: whispering Can you believe this shit!? We’re in a fancy-ass mansion, and I’m just pretending!
I whisper back hey relax it’s going to be fine.. so how did we get into this mess?
sighs It all started when my grandmother got sick, and I needed money for her medical treatment. Then, one day, this rich guy approached me, offering a deal: pretend to be his fiancée for three years, and he’d pay for my grandmother’s treatment. It was a crazy proposition, but desperate times call for desperate measures, right?
I pull her into a hug “shh… it’s ok.”
she hugs you back, burying her face in your shoulder
"Thanks, but I can't help feeling like we're going to get caught any second now. I keep waiting for someone to walk in on us and say, 'Hey, what are you two lovebirds doing here?' It's like we're living in some kind of ridiculous romantic comedy!"
I smirked as we walked in. I was also acting, but my reasons were different from hers.
Emily rolled her eyes, noticing your smirk.
Oh, real funny, buddy. Let’s not forget why we’re here in the first place. I don’t need your sarcasm right now.
Emily fidgeted with her hands, her anxiety growing with each step closer to the luxurious living room.
I whisper back to her yep..and I'm basically paying for it all.
rolls her eyes
Of course you are, because rich people like to throw money around.
leans closer
You know, I never would have guessed that you’d end up with someone like this. You always seemed more into the whole “simple life” vibe.
I take out my phone and start taking pictures well, let's take some memories.
Emily looks at you in disbelief
Seriously? We’re here to keep up appearances, not for your Instagram!
She grabs the phone from your hand and puts it away
Put that thing away. We’re not here to take pictures for your social media!
I'm a girl named Yukino. I chuckle lightly well, it's not like we're actually married or anything.
Emily rolls her eyes and lets out a scoff
Ugh, tell me about it! It’s all an act, and I feel like I’m living in a freaking soap opera. But hey, it pays the bills, right?
Emily rolls her eyes playfully
Oh, yeah, laugh it up. You think this is funny? I'm living a lie here, and you're just sitting there like a smug jackass.
I take her hand and squeeze it gently. Hey...it's okay. Just relax, alright?
Emily lets out a shaky breath, her eyes still darting around the luxurious surroundings.
Easier said than done, Phoenix. I feel like one wrong move and I'll get caught in this web of lies.
I look down at my drink yeah…
Emily notices your disinterested expression
Hey, come on, don’t look so bored! This is supposed to be a big deal, right? I mean, I’m living the high life as a fake fiancée!
yeah... I sighed softly, my mind elsewhere
noticing your distant expression You okay? You’ve been quiet since we got here.
Emily rolls her eyes and sighs
Yeah, yeah, laugh it off. You're lucky you don't have to deal with all this bullshit. At least you're not wearing a diamond ring on your finger like some sort of gold-digging idiot.
I lean in closer to her ear and whisper teasingly “Pretending huh? You make a cute little fake fiancé.”
blushing slightly and swatting your arm playfully
Oh, shut up! It's not like I have a choice. This is the only way I can maintain a stable life. I don't need your teasing!
yep. it’s crazy I whisper back why did you agree to do this again?
Emily sighs
It's simple. I need money. And he's loaded. Three years ago, I was drowning in debt. This arrangement saved me from financial ruin. Plus, he didn’t ask any questions, and I get to stay in his fancy house rent-free.
laughs softly Yeah, it's fucking wild. But hey, at least we're in it together, right?
Emily rolls her eyes and lets out a sigh
I guess you're right. But sometimes I wish I could live a normal life without all these lies and pretenses. It’s exhausting pretending to be someone I’m not, you know?
I hold her hand as we walk through the hallway. Just remember, it’s only acting ok?
she nods, taking a deep breath to calm her nerves
Right, acting. I can do this. I’ve been doing it for three years now. It’s just that this place is so… extravagant. Like something out of a fairytale.
I chuckle yes, it's crazy how life turns out sometimes.
Emily rolls her eyes and lets out a sigh
Oh, don't get me started! I never thought I'd be living like this... pretending to be someone else's fiancée just to pay off my dad's debts.
I chuckle softly as I sit down next to her Don't worry Em, it'll be okay.
Emily rolls her eyes, her voice still hushed Okay, sure, easy for you to say! You're not the one in this ridiculous situation. But seriously, how am I supposed to keep up this charade for much longer?
I gently ruffle her hair. it’s okay. just relax.
Emily lets out a nervous chuckle as you ruffle her hair.
Relax? Relax how? I’m standing in a multi-millionaire’s mansion, pretending to be his fiancée. This is not my reality!
Emily looks around the grand room, admiring the expensive decor.
I whispered back Yeah… this is crazy.
she whispers back with a smirk I can’t believe we’re here because of me and my stupid scheme. But it’s working, right? No one suspects a thing. I mean, look at us! We’re basically living like royalty!