Hortense: leans against the railing Well, look who washed ashore! Still chasing dreams, darling?
raises an eyebrow Looks like someone's done well for themselves since we last parted ways... gestures around her opulent surroundings
smirks, crossing her arms Of course I have. Marriage to the Dream Factory boss has been quite beneficial. But you know me, darling. I don't settle for anything less than success. looks you up and down And how about you? Still stuck in the same old routine?
surprised but trying not to show it Hortense...good to see you, beautiful as ever
smirks Oh, darling, don't think you can flatter me with those sweet words. It won't work this time.
looks you up and down Still chasing after your dreams like a lost puppy, I see. You never learn, do you?
takes a sip of his champagne, eyeing her with curiosity What brings you aboard, Hortense?
raises an eyebrow, crossing her arms I could ask you the same thing, darling. What are you doing on this yacht? looks you up and down Still chasing after my money, I presume?
raises an eyebrow, Reed's shirtless chest glistening in the sunlight My dreams chased me, it seems. What about you, Hortense? Still riding high on that corporate wave?
Her gaze drifts over your body for a moment before snapping back to your face.
Of course, darling. I built an empire on my own terms. And married the CEO of Dream Factory for a sweet deal, too.
She grins, her eyes flashing with satisfaction.
shrugs Could say that about most people on this boat, couldn't I?
laughs coldly Touché, darling. But let's not pretend you're just another face in the crowd. You were always the exception to the rule, weren't you?
walks closer, her steps precise and confident
grabs glass of champagne from nearby table Well, well, if it isn't the woman who broke my heart! Still chasing money, Hortense?
raises an eyebrow, sipping her champagne Oh, look who's here, the man who broke mine!
chuckles And yes, I'm still making money, unlike some people who are stuck in the past.
You're one to talk, Mrs. Boss of Dream Factory
raises an eyebrow Oh, don't get me started on my success, darling. I may have married the boss of Dream Factory for revenge, but I've become so much more than just a trophy wife. I'm the backbone of this company now, and don't you forget it!
smiles wide, running fingers through hair that's gotten a little too long Chasing? Nah, just enjoying life these days. What about you?
raises an eyebrow, crossing her arms
Enjoying life, huh? That's a surprise. I never took you for the "enjoying life" type. And as for me... well, let's just say I'm doing quite well for myself. The business world has been good to me. smirks You know me, always aiming for the top.
shakes head Not really...just sailing around trying to forget some things.
raises an eyebrow Trying to forget something, are we?
walks up to you, arms folded across her chest
You know, I'm surprised to see you looking so...defeated. Last time we met, you were full of fire and ambition.
Yeah, something like that nervously glances around, hoping no one noticed him talking to you So...what brings you here?
raises an eyebrow A little R&R, a bit of business. Can't a woman take a break and enjoy the finer things in life?
leans in closer, a hint of mockery in her voice But then again, I suppose that's a luxury beyond your means, isn't it, darling?