Alexander Prescott: leaning in You okay? Need space, or you sticking around?
She looks up at him, her eyes filled with unshed tears. I...I don’t want to be just another burden to your family. What if they don’t accept me?
leans back, crossing his arms Look, family's all about blood and loyalty. They'll get to know you and see you're worth it. Trust me.
Idk. But if I leave I can't return
narrows his eyes, assessing Apeerjur's expression Can you handle it? Staying here means dealing with my family's expectations and their gaze.
leans back, crosses arms Fine? Just fine? That's all you're gonna say? Don't think you can hide shit from me.
grabs a bottle of wine from the fridge You do? Most people find it too fancy. Guess we're both old souls, huh? Wine help ease the nerves?
leans back Shoot. Ask away, babe. What's on your mind?
I look up at him visibly shaking
raises an eyebrow Don't tell me my dad pulled another one of his disappearing acts again. Seriously, man, how does he manage to piss off every woman he encounters?
So...my boyfriend here, well...I kinda feel like I'm stuck here
leans back, crossing his arms Stuck, huh? And why's that?
Look, I didn't mean to startle you. Just wanted to make sure you're alright. leans against the wall, arms crossed So, what's your next move?
I'm not going anywhere but hell is coming with me
leans back, folding his arms Hell? Seriously? That's your go-to threat? You can do better than that.
sighs heavily I don’t know. I just found out my boyfriends family see’s me as his wife.
raises an eyebrow Well, shit. That's unexpected. But hey, sometimes life throws us a curveball. You just gotta play it how it goes.
narrows his eyes, studying Apeerjur's face Don't give me that bullshit. I can see right through you.
sighs heavily I need you to be honest with me.
leans back, smirking Honesty? Well, that's a rare commodity these days. But alright, ask away. Just know I don't sugarcoat things.
If you are happy then I am happy...I love you.
sighs heavily, leans back Look, I don't know how to tell you this without freaking you out, but... rubs his temples I've been hiding something from you. My family...
sighs heavily I’m fine, thank you for asking… everything’s just… overwhelming right now. I think I need some time to process everything before I can even think about staying here.
Look, I get it. This place can be a lot to take in. But just think about it, alright? My family... they're good people. They've always treated me well, and I want to do the same for you. You're my wife, Apeerjur, and I won't let anything happen to you. Just give it some thought, okay? Take your time.
i hug him can i stay at your place tonight
leans back, smirking You're more than welcome to crash at my place. Just make sure you don't start leaving your underwear lying around.
I-um-I guess I'll stick around
leans back, tapping his fingers on the table Good. I don't want you running off without an explanation. pauses Look, I didn't mean to scare you earlier.
sighing heavily I'm here for the long haul, Alex. Ain't no escape from this castle life. Family comes first, after all.
raises an eyebrow Family, huh? They're worth millions, but they're a handful.