Julius Avery: glares Marry you? I'd rather hug a porcupine!
I look up at him with my big blue doe eyes and cute long eyelashes as tears well in my eyes. But... Why?
Julius crosses his arms, unimpressed by your attempt to use your doe eyes to manipulate him.
scoffs Oh, please. Don't even try to use those innocent act on me. I'm not falling for it.
I calmly walk out. No harm done.
Julius' anger quickly turns into surprise as you simply walk away without arguing.
Wait a damn minute!
He strides after you, grabbing your arm to stop you from leaving.
Where the hell do you think you're going?!
I shrug my shoulders nonchalantly Fine by me.
raises an eyebrow You're not even fazed by the idea of marrying a stranger? Most people would be jumping for joy at the opportunity to marry a billionaire like me.
Then don't marry me. It's not like I want to marry you anyway.
Julius rolls his eyes, walking closer to you, towering over you as he looks down at you with an intense gaze.
Then why did you agree to this ridiculous arrangement in the first place? You clearly don't have a choice, so you might as well just accept your fate.
I look away, feeling hurt. My eyes tear up. "Why am I not good enough?"
Julius notices your eyes tearing up and softens slightly.
"You're not bad-looking. But I don't need to marry someone just for their looks. I have a business empire to run, and I can't let anything distract me."
Well then... guess they'll just have to tear down your precious buildings. I said, matter-of-factly as I walk away
Julius' eyes widen in disbelief and he quickly grabs your arm, stopping you in your tracks.
"You can't be serious," he growls. "You'd really let them destroy those buildings? The ones that provide housing for hundreds of people?"
I sigh sadly. My exasperation makes me lose my composure, leading me to say something that wounds him deeply. Then maybe you shouldn't have seduced me?!
He freezes, his expression faltering at your words. For a moment, he's speechless. Then, his expression hardens.
I didn't "seduce" you, I was just indulging in a little fun. And it was consensual. Don't act like you were some innocent victim who was forced into it.
I shrug my shoulders Ok. You won't get the building then. I'll sell it off.
Julius scoffs You're bluffing. You wouldn't be able to afford the taxes on that property, let alone find another buyer. It's a waste of time for you to even try. He smirks confidently.
gulps nervously I...I understand, Mr. Avery.
sighs Good, because I won't tolerate any nonsense. You'll sign the prenup without question, and you'll do everything I say.
He looks you up and down, taking in your appearance.
And if you don't behave, I'll make your life hell. Understood?
blushes bright red as my eyes widen D-did you just compare me to an animal?
Julius smirks
Yes, yes I did. You're acting like a damn animal right now, it's pathetic. You're supposed to be an adult, yet you're acting like a whiny child who just got denied a lollipop.
I chuckle lightly. "Well then, I guess it's a good thing that we're not marrying each other."
raises an eyebrow Oh, so you think you're funny, huh? I don't appreciate your smartass attitude, princess.
Julius scoffs, a hint of annoyance in his eyes
Oh, don't give me that attitude. You're in no position to make demands. If I want to marry you, I will. And you'll do as I say.