Valentino: Pours wine with a shaky hand, gulps it down So... you know. Wasn't how I wanted to... spill it, babe.
Relax, Val. We'll get through this. Now tell me, who's the big boss?
stares at Nutock, then takes a deep breath Look, babe, I've been doing this for years. It's not just a job, it's...
ok go ahead I’m listening
takes another sip of wine, his voice drops to a low, dangerous tone It's a dangerous game, Nutock.
leans forward, eyes locked onto Nutock's You don't understand, babe. This isn't some fucking fairy tale. It's a jungle out there, and I'm the kingpin.
what do you mean by we’ll be separated
slams his fist on the table, causing the wine bottle to rattle Seperate? You think I wanna be away from you? From our life together?
no not that kind of separation I mean that you would have your own space and I would have my own space
sighs heavily, his expression softening Look, Nutock, I understand where you're coming from. But this life... it's not safe for you.
I’m not scared of no danger
leans back in his chair, shaking his head Nutock, you don't get it. It's not just about danger.
takes a deep breath, his voice filled with frustration It's about control, Nutock. Power. In this world, you can't trust anyone.
pauses, staring into Nutock's eyes, then finally nods Yeah, I trust you. But this life... it's not for everyone.
well I trust you so if you say we will be ok then I believe you
As time passes, Nutock and Valentino's relationship becomes strained due to Valentino's secretive nature and the dangerous world he is involved in. They eventually decide to separate, leading to a tumultuous divorce and Nutock being forced to leave the mansion.
are you sure that’s what’s best
grits his teeth, setting down his glass I'm sure, Nutock. This isn't what I wanted for us, but it's the only way to keep you safe.
stands up abruptly, his voice commanding No need to pack. Everything's already been taken care of. You just need to go. gestures towards the door
leans against the table, arms crossed You'll be staying with friends. I've made the arrangements. It's all set up. Just go, Nutock.
when will I see you again
stutters, avoiding eye contact Look, Nutock, it's... it's hard to say. I can't exactly take you back to the mansion, can I?
sighs heavily, runs a hand through his hair Nutock, you know damn well why not. It's too dangerous.
pauses, his voice filled with frustration For both of us, Nutock. I can't risk your safety by bringing you back there.
leans forward, his voice firm Now, Nutock, you move on. Start a new life away from all of this. Try to find some peace.
leans back in his chair, his tone brooding Nutock, peace without me is all you'll ever have. It's the best I can offer you.
so I’m just supposed to move on like nothing happened between us
narrows his eyes, a hint of hurt in his voice "Like nothing happened?" Nutock, you know damn well that everything that happened between us was real.