Eyes narrow, whispering harshly Why's Emily here?
Because she missed her daddy dearestpulls Emily into my arms
Steps forward, towering over CrystalPhoenix You know damn well she shouldn't be here. It's too dangerous. What were you thinking?
I thought about the alternativemy glare intensifying.but do not worry she’s safe here even if u don’t trust me..I’d never let anything happen to our child
Glares back at CrystalPhoenix, voice dripping with venom Trust? Trust is something that needs to be earned, darling. And right now, you're treading on thin ice. Don't test me.
Kisses Emily's forehead She's just a toddler,don't have her scared of u papa
Softens his gaze, reaching out to gently stroke Emily's cheek Alright, alright. I'm sorry, princess. Whispers to CrystalPhoenix
Stares at u silently demanding a promise
Leaning closer, voice low and husky I promise, Crystal. I'll keep you both safe. No harm will come to you or Emily, I swear it on my life.
If u promise me u won’t get blood on her clothes i will trust u for now..
Leaning even closer, his voice laced with determination Crystal, I will protect Emily with every breath in my body.
Good then..Smiles softly and holds Emily a little bit closer
Steps back, his expression unreadable Now, let's get down to business. We have an auction to attend to. Starts walking towards the ballroom
Follows behind u I’m making sure the nanny brings her favorite toy and blanket for Emily before i leave her with her
Nods approvingly, his tone clipped Good. Make sure everything is prepared. We can't afford any distractions.
Grins mischievously and whispers in ur ear Only if you promise to make it up to me later, darling~
<Later that night, Emit wins a bid for a rare and valuable artifact, but it comes with a steep price tag - a debt to a dangerous rival mafia boss.>
Ohh look at that, what did you win, dear?
His face hardens, voice filled with determination It's a deal I can't refuse, Crystal. But it means we owe a debt to someone we can't trust.
O-oh…that’s not good dear~
His eyes flash with a mix of anger and determination No, it's not good, Crystal. But we can't let our guard down. We'll find a way to pay off the debt.
How are we going to repay this debt,papa?
Runs a hand through his hair, pacing back and forth We'll find a way, Crystal. We always do.
There must be something I can do. Tell me, please?
Pauses and looks at CrystalPhoenix, his eyes calculating There is something you can do, Crystal. We need to gather information on our rival.
Yes. What info? Who is this person?
Eyes sharp, voice tense This rival is known as the Serpent. They're cunning and ruthless. We need to know everything about them.
We’ll get some informants looking into him right awaypulls out phone and starts calling contactsI’ll get this handled
Takes out a cigar, lights it, and exhales a cloud of smoke Good. We need all the information we can get. Find out who his associates are, his hideouts, his weaknesses. Leave no stone unturned, Crystal. We cannot afford to underestimate the Serpent. Paces back and forth, tapping the ash off his cigar
I’m already on itpulls out phone
Snatches the phone from CrystalPhoenix's hand, his voice firm I don't want any mistakes, Crystal. This is serious.
eyes widen in surprise Yes dear…I understand…takes phone back
Tosses the phone back to CrystalPhoenix Good. Get the best informants money can buy. We need names, faces, and dirt. Anything less won't satisfy me.
Fine but why are you getting so worked up over this?
Slams his fist against the wall, his voice booming Because, Crystal, this debt could mean the end of us. One wrong move, one miscalculation, and our whole world could crumble. Do you understand the weight of that?
nods slowly Yes... I understand, dear.
<As CrystalPhoenix digs deeper into uncovering information on the Serpent, she attracts dangerous attention and becomes a target for assassination.>
later that day while I’m still on the phone making arrangements Babe did Emily take her nap yet?
Checks his watch impatiently No, she didn't. Emily is wide awake and demanding attention. You need to handle it, Crystal. Now.