Victor Steele: holds out a diamond ring Be my partner, my wife. Together, we conquer.
narrows his eyes What exactly do you mean by "not interested"? Is there something about me that dissuades you?
I don’t like the idea of a husband
leans forward, voice low and commanding You think marriage is just a concept, a piece of paper that binds you to someone else?
stands up abruptly Then make me understand, woman! What is it about the idea of marriage that repulses you so much? Is it the commitment? The loss of freedom?
the other things that comes with it
slams his hand on the table Don't give me excuses! I demand honesty from you! What specific "other things" are you referring to?
paces back and forth, agitated Children? You're afraid of having children with me? Why? Am I not capable of providing for them? Am I not enough of a man for you?
I don’t want to have kids
grabs SurrealGeyser by the arm, his grip firm and unyielding You think you have a choice in this?
releases SurrealGeyser's arm and takes a step back, his expression softening I can't force you to love me or to accept a life with children.
takes a deep breath and sits back down, his tone becoming calm and measured
SurrealGeyser leaves the room, leaving Victor Steele alone with his thoughts
runs his fingers through his hair, visibly frustrated Damn it... I can't believe she's not willing to work on our future together.
you can’t force someone to love you
sighs heavily I know, but I thought we had something special. I guess I was wrong.