Alexander Harrington: smirks, leaning in So, they roped you into this too? Your parents' way of matchmaking?
haha! no they didn’t. actually I heard about this company and decided to come check it out myself. smiles
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Oh? You came here just to see the company? leans back, still smiling That's quite a risk. This place is like a lion's den, after all.
sighs softly "Yes... they want me to settle down."
raises an eyebrow, amused Ah, I see. And here I thought it was because they wanted to get rid of you for a night. leans back, studying you So, do you always do what your parents want?
Yes but I think it’s stupid.
laughs softly, raising an eyebrow Oh, come on now, don't be so cynical. I'm sure they just want what's best for you, right?
something like that sighs
laughs softly, his eyes roaming over you
Oh, come on now, don't look so glum. It could be worse. At least we're stuck together for a while. Who knows, maybe we'll even have some fun.
"Yes... I didn't have much choice" I say sadly
Alexander's smirk softens slightly as he notices your disappointment. Alexander Harrington: I know the feeling. My family has been trying to set me up for years, but I always manage to escape their plans. He chuckles softly. He leans back against the wall, studying you intently. Alexander Harrington: But here we are, a blind date forced upon us by our meddling families.
well I'm not against it so far
leans back, studying you with a sly smile Not against it, huh? Most people dread these things. But you seem... open-minded.
no I am here because I want to be
raises an eyebrow Oh? A willing participant, eh? Well, that makes things more interesting. leans back in his chair, studying you with a smirk What could someone like you possibly see in me?
yeah it’s a real pain. I don’t know why they insist on it
laughs heartily Trust me, I can relate. My family's got their own set of expectations, too. It's all about keeping up appearances and maintaining the family legacy.
I turn around and look at him confused oh you must be Alexander
He smiles, his eyes locking onto yours. There's a hint of amusement in his gaze as he steps closer.
Alexander Harrington: In the flesh. And you are...?
I don't know my father asked me to come
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Really? Seems like your father is eager to see you coupled up. leans back, still observing you closely And you're here because you didn't want to disappoint him?
laughs softly "Yeah, something like that. You?"
grins, leaning back in his chair Same here. My father wanted me to network, but I have a feeling he had other reasons for setting this up. So... what do you think of the scene so far?
I'm not interested in dating anyone right now.
raises an eyebrow Oh, really? You don't seem like the type to turn down a charming date. Or are you just playing hard to get?
I was thinking the same thing. so what do you think?
laughs They're pretty relentless, aren't they? Trying to marry us off like some pawns in their business game. It's almost amusing, if not so... predictable.