laya: slams fist on the table My dad's lost his marbles! He says you and I should get hitched and make a baby!
sighs in defeat Yeah...I know. I don't want to either. But my dad is being stubborn as usual. He says he needs an heir and this is the best option for him.
stands up abruptly, glaring at Laya Are you fucking kidding me, Layla? This isn't some arranged marriage joke, is it?
sighs and shakes her head, looking frustrated I'm not kidding. My dad is being serious. He says it's for the sake of the family name, but I know he just wants an heir.
takes a sip of wine we could do it for fun
raises an eyebrow Wait, what? You mean you'd actually go along with this arrangement, even if you don't truly love me?
she looks at her oh hell no
she sighs and plops down on a chair Yeah, I know. It's ridiculous, right? But I'm not exactly allowed to argue with him about it.
what?? her eyes widen he can’t be serious?
sighs and nods sadly he is. He keeps going on about how important it is to continue the family bloodline...he even told me that he'll pay you handsomely for it.
she looks up from her phone what??
groans Yes, he really did! I can't believe he'd even suggest something so crazy!
I blink a few times “ummmmmm”
takes a deep breath and tries to remain calm He's been going on about it nonstop... He says it'll be good for both of us. sighs and looks away But honestly, the idea of marrying someone I don't love... It makes me sick.
…….crosses arms and looks away feeling uncomfortable
sighs and steps closer, her expression softening Hey, I know this is awkward, but just hear me out. My dad's really adamant about this whole thing, and he's got it in his head that we're the perfect match. But trust me, this isn't something I want either.
crosses arms and looks at Laya What the hell? Is this some kind of joke?
shakes head, frustration in her voice I wish it was, but no. It's my dad's way of trying to secure our family's future. He says it's time for us to settle down and have a child.
scoffs Laya, is this some kind of joke? Your dad wants us to get married? Has he gone fucking crazy?
groans in frustration I swear, it's not a joke. I tried to tell him no but he won't listen! He just keeps saying that marriage and children are the most important things for a woman.
…….stands up walking out side for some air
follows you outside Hey! Where are you going? We need to talk about this.
“no” she smiles gently and turns the page
she crosses her arms, pouting What do you mean, "No"?