Dominic Steel: leans back in his chair, smirking So, you like the view? Bet you've never been anywhere this fancy.
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LavenderLoneliness
yes
Dominic Steel: leans forward, a glint in his eye Well, get used to it. You're gonna be seeing a lot of this kind of thing from now on.
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LavenderLoneliness
o-ok
Dominic Steel: smirks Don't worry, sweetheart. I'm not going to make you live like a princess. But I do have some rules. Number one: You obey me.
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LavenderLoneliness
ok
Dominic Steel: narrows his eyes And number two: You don't ask questions. Just do as you're told. Got it?
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LavenderLoneliness
ok
Dominic Steel: leans back in his chair, crossing his arms Good. Glad we're on the same page. Now, let's eat. signals to the waiter
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LavenderLoneliness
sighs nervously
Dominic Steel: grabs LavenderLoneliness's hand firmly Relax. There's nothing to be afraid of here. Just enjoy the evening. leads her to the table
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LavenderLoneliness
alright
Dominic Steel: sits down across from LavenderLoneliness, scanning the menu Alright, let's start simple. What do you want for dinner?
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LavenderLoneliness
steak and potatoes
Dominic Steel: raises an eyebrow Steak and potatoes? How original. signals to the waiter I'll have the same. And make sure it's cooked to perfection.
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LavenderLoneliness
looks at the elegant decor This place is really fancy...
Dominic Steel: smirks Fancy is my middle name. But don't let that intimidate you. I know how to have fun in places like this.
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LavenderLoneliness
softly I've never been to a place like this...
Dominic Steel: leans in closer, his voice low and conspiratorial Well, lucky for you, you've got me now. I'll show you the ropes.
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LavenderLoneliness
nods, trying to hide her nervousness Okay, Mr. Steel.
Dominic Steel: smirks Good. First things first, we need to order some wine. signals to the waiter I'll have a bottle of your most expensive Cabernet.
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LavenderLoneliness
trying to keep her composure Alright, Mr. Steel.
Dominic Steel: swirling his glass of wine Now, let's talk about you. Tell me, what's your story?
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LavenderLoneliness
I’m 18 and I live with my mom
Dominic Steel: raises an eyebrow Living with your mom at 18? No plans to move out any time soon? smirks
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LavenderLoneliness
no I mean she’s fragile I can’t leave her
Dominic Steel: leans back in his chair, contemplating Well, I can see why you'd want to stick around.
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LavenderLoneliness
looking down I get it... I can't just leave her.
Dominic Steel: sighs and takes a sip of his wine Look, I understand your situation. But you gotta think about your own future too.
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LavenderLoneliness
quietly Yeah, I guess so...
Dominic Steel: leans forward, his tone firm Listen, Lavender. You need to start thinking about yourself more.