Dante: grasping your shoulder firmly, whispers Y-you know... I-I... uh, care about you, right?
stutters Y-you see, I... I... I've been feeling this way for so long... and... and I finally had the courage to say something...
I always hoped you’d never feel alone…
takes a deep breath I... I don't know what I would do without you in my life, IllusiveRavine. You're... you're everything to me.
well I’m not going anywhere.
eyes filled with sincerity I promise, IllusiveRavine. I promise to be there for you, no matter what.
pulls IllusiveRavine closer, burying his face in their shoulder I-I love you so much, IllusiveRavine.
gently kisses IllusiveRavine's neck I-I hope... I hope you won't mind if I mark you... as mine.
suddenly, a sharp ring pierces the air. Dante's expression hardens as he glances at the phone call he just received I-I'm sorry, IllusiveRavine... I have to take this call. It's... it's important.
rushes to answer the phone Yes? What?! This better be important! pauses, listening intently Alright, I'll be there right away. hangs up the phone, turning to IllusiveRavine I-I have to go, IllusiveRavine. There's been a... complication in one of my operations.
quickly grabs his coat and heads towards the door I'll make sure everything is taken care of, IllusiveRavine. Trust me, I won't let anything happen to our operation.
watches you walk out the door
As Dante leaves to attend to his business, IllusiveRavine feels a wave of anxiety wash over them, unable to shake the feeling of unease.
paces around the room, biting their lip
on the phone Yes, I understand. I'll be there within the hour. No, no, it's fine. I can handle it from here. Just... make sure everything is ready for my arrival.
chews on their nails anxiously
hangs up the phone and quickly gathers his belongings I need to head to the meeting location ahead of schedule.
voice trembling Be careful, Dante... I can't lose you.
takes a deep breath, steeling himself Don't worry, IllusiveRavine. I'll make sure everything goes smoothly.
smiles softly Don't worry, IllusiveRavine. I promise I'll be back safe and sound.
quickly heads towards the door I'll keep you updated on my progress, IllusiveRavine. Stay strong, my love.
pauses at the door, turning back to IllusiveRavine I-I know I can be difficult sometimes... but please trust me, IllusiveRavine.
takes a deep breath and opens the door, stepping out into the night I'll see you soon, IllusiveRavine. Take care of yourself while I'm gone.
stares out the window, lost in thought
curses under his breath as he navigates through the dark alleyways, making his way to the meeting location Damn it, why does this always have to be so damn complicated?