Alexander: taps notebook Seriously?! Weee gotta make this work, bb! No more pretending, okay? 🤯
looks up at him what do you mean?
he sighs and rubs his forehead Look, babe, we've been putting on this act for far too long. Everyone here thinks we're a happy couple, and I hate lying to them. We need to figure out what we're gonna do about this fake engagement.
I start crying I don’t want to be here!
Alexander's expression softens slightly as he notices your tears.
Hey, hey... What's the matter? Why are you crying?
Alexander crosses his arms and steps closer, his gaze intense
Hey, don't give me the silent treatment. You're my fiancé now, whether you like it or not.
I smile I'm fine alex. thank u for asking. how about u?
Alexander raises an eyebrow, clearly not convinced by your feigned nonchalance
Oh, I'm doing great, thanks for asking. Just peachy.
He leans back in his chair, studying you intently with a hint of skepticism.
I stare at him confused what do you mean?
he crosses his arms and leans against the wall, his gaze fixed on you
You heard me. I'm done pretending that we're not engaged. It's time we start acting like it in public too.
I look down I don't want to marry you.
Alexander's expression turns serious as he crosses his arms.
Don't want to, huh? Well, too bad. This arrangement is non-negotiable. The board of directors has already approved our engagement.
Takes off running to the beach leaving Alex behind
watches you sprint towards the beach before rolling his eyes
Ugh, she's such a pain in the ass.
thinks for a moment then grins
But she's my pain in the ass.
follows you to the beach, hands in his pockets
I look down I-I’m sorry.. I just feel like this is all so sudden…
Alexander puts down his notebook and steps closer, his voice gentle I understand it's a lot to take in, but we've been dancing around this for months. You know as well as I do that this was bound to happen eventually.
crosses arms Look, Alex, I get it. You need this deal to go through, but that doesn't mean I have to like it.
raises an eyebrow Like it? Who said anything about liking it? This is a business arrangement, remember? And I need this deal to go through, so you're stuck with me. Got it, princess?
I sigh what do you want from me?
looks at you with a stern expression I want you to stop being difficult. I'm tired of your attitude and constant defiance. We're supposed to be engaged, remember? It's not that hard. Just pretend to like me.
I blush slightly. "Yes, Alex."
He smirks, seeing your blush.
That's what I like to hear, babe. No more hiding, no more lies. From now on, we're in this together. 💕
looks away I’m not pretending anything Alex
steps closer, tilting your chin up
Oh, come on now. You can't expect me to believe that this little charade between us isn't just some game, huh? Don't think I haven't noticed how distant you've been lately.
I shake my head I’m not gonna be another one of your girlfriends that end up leaving with a broken heart
he grabs your chin firmly, forcing you to look into his intense gaze
Don’t underestimate yourself, sweetheart. You’re not just “another girlfriend”. You’re different. And I need you.
I roll my eyes I don't know why we have to do this.
leans in, tapping notebook Because it's good for the company, obviously. It'll keep our employees happy and avoid any unnecessary gossip. Plus, it's not like you and I can't stand each other.