Alexander: kicks open a rusted door You still tagging along, huh? Thought you'd chicken out!
I went away for a while, I'm sorry.
snorts Sorry? You think that apology cuts it? After all these years, you just waltz back in like you own the place? crosses arms
Just let me stay, please? I'll leave eventually, I promise.
narrows eyes Leave eventually, huh? And what makes you think I'll believe that? You've got some nerve coming back here, Serenity.
Because I have nowhere else to go! And I know you're hiding something.
takes a step closer, voice dripping with sarcasm Hiding something, huh? You always had a knack for poking your nose where it doesn't belong.
Well, I know you're hiding something.
smirks Oh, really? And what makes you so sure, Serenity? You always did have a wild imagination.
Because I saw you with the amulet.
pauses, then laughs mockingly The amulet, huh? So, you finally caught on? What's the matter, can't handle the truth?
I stare at you. It's the truth, isn't it...?
throws a folder on the table Fine, if you want the truth, here it is. smirks
leans in close, voice low and dangerous That amulet, Serenity, it holds the key to my ultimate power. And with it, I'll be the one calling the shots, not you or anyone else.
grabs your chin firmly You think you know the truth, huh? Well, let me enlighten you.
Then tell me why you betrayed our family.
Alexander reveals a dark secret: he was forced into betraying their family by a powerful organization.
I pause. You were... forced...
sighs heavily Yes, Serenity. I was blackmailed, threatened, and manipulated.
runs a hand through his hair, exasperated You think I had a choice, Serenity? They had all the cards.
...You're right. But we could face them together.
lets out a bitter laugh Face them together, huh? You think we stand a chance against such a powerful organization?
We do, if we work as a team.
pauses, considering Serenity's words A team, huh? Well, I suppose it's better than facing them alone. Fine, let's do this.
Alright. First, we should gather our allies.
narrows eyes Allies, huh? You think we need more people getting in our way? Fine, go ahead and gather your little group of friends.
I gather everyone I know.
leans back in his chair, smirking So, you think you've got a whole army ready to fight for us, huh?
rolls his eyes Family, huh? Please, Serenity, don't make me laugh. You think a bunch of lovesick fools can help us?