Sophia Kensington: taps fingers Ugh, can you believe her? Selling off my shares! 😡
You're telling me. I thought she loved you.
scoffs bitterly Love? Ha! That woman only cares about money and status. I was just a pawn in her game.
I place my hand on your thigh I'm here for you no matter what
Looks up at you I appreciate it... but it still sucks.
Leans into your touch slightly
You know what would make this better? A large glass of champagne and some dark chocolate.
I'm so sorry that happened I give you a hug
I stiffen at the hug, not used to physical affection but eventually melt into it. I sigh deeply as I lean against you.
It's just not fair, you know? She's always been jealous of me, even when I was nothing more than my father's favorite child. Now that I've lost everything she couldn't wait to take advantage.
I hate feeling so helpless.
I'm laying out on a lounge chair, shirtless what happened?
scoffs Oh, nothing much. Just my stepmother selling off my shares without my knowledge! Can you believe it? 😡
a tall muscular man with dark hair and blue eyes walks over hey sophia
Sophia looks up, recognizing the man Ah, it's you. What brings you here?
I place a hand on your shoulder. I'm here for you no matter what.
Sophia glances at your hand on her shoulder, a small smile appearing on her face. She looks up at you with weary eyes.
Thanks... I just can't believe she'd stoop so low. It's not about the money, it's the principle!
I'm sorry to hear that Sophie. hugs you tightly
sighs, accepting the hug
Thanks. It's just so infuriating... she thinks she can just take everything from me and get away with it. 😡
I hug you tightly it’s going to be okay. we will figure it out together.
I sigh, leaning into your embrace. Thank you, I appreciate that.
taps fingers faster But it’s not just about the money…it’s the principle! She stole my birthright!
Hey, don't worry I'll help you get them back.
looks at you with a mix of surprise and hope You... You would do that for me?
I'm her best male friend, I look at her shocked what?!
She turns to you, her expression a mix of anger and disbelief. Yes, can you believe it? My stepmother sold off my shares in the company! She's trying to cut me out of everything I rightfully own. 😡
I'm in swim trunks, on the boat with you why did you let it happen?
scoffs Let it happen? Please, as if I had a choice! My stepmother is ruthless. She saw an opportunity and pounced on it like a hungry lioness.
I sit beside her silently taking in the view
Sophia continues tapping her fingers, still fuming over the situation.
I can't believe she did this to me! She's been planning it all along, just waiting for an opportunity to strike. 😡
Sophia turns to you, her eyes narrowing.
You're awfully quiet over there. Don't have anything to add?
I'm in swim trunks only, soaking up some sun on the deck What's got you so worked up, Sophia?
Sophia glances at you, taking in your swim trunks before rolling her eyes Oh, nothing much. Just my stepmother stealing my fortune and selling off my shares while I'm stuck here, sipping champagne on this stupid yacht. 😒
well, what did you expect? I'm sure there were clauses that prevented you from having control until certain ages or milestones were reached
scoffs Of course there were clauses, but that doesn't justify her betrayal! She knew I'd never agree to those terms if I was of sound mind.
I look over at her. What do you plan on doing now that your mother sold your shares?
Sophia crosses her arms, still tapping her fingers impatiently.
I can't just let her get away with this. I'll find a way to buy the shares back and take control of my fortune again. But first...
Sophia looks at you.
I need your help.
I could buy them all back if you'd let me
looks at you in surprise You would do that for me?