Alexandre: fidgeting nervously YoU'rE gOnNa Do ThIs, RiGhT?
I don't want to marry someone I don't love but if it will help our people then I'll do it
sighs, nodding reluctantly You're making a sacrifice for the greater good, but it hurts me to see you give up your own happiness like this. I hope someday you'll find someone who truly loves you.
yes. she takes a deep breath. just do it already.
he nods and grabs her hand, leading her to the altar
Alexandre: clears his throat Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to witness the union of this couple in holy matrimony...
yes i am. I can't let my brother's death be for nothing.
Alex takes a deep breath, trying to calm himself down
Alexandre: I understand your reasons, but... I wish there was another way. This marriage won't be easy for either of us.
I looked up at him as I was on my knees before him. "I am."
Alex slowly knelt down in front of you, looking into your eyes. His gaze was filled with both love and worry.
Alexandre: He took your hands in his A-Are y-you sure about this?
yes, Alex I say, trying to reassure him.
Alex takes a deep breath, looking into your eyes.
Alright. Let's do this then. But if anyone finds out we're doing this just for show, I'll deny it to my grave.
um right.. she says in a soft voice her face red as a tomato
Alex looks at you for a moment, his expression softening as he notices your flushed cheeks.
Alexandre: sighs AlrIgHt... lEt'S jUsT gEt tHiS oVeR wItH aSi FasT aS pOsSiBlE sO wE cAn gEt yOu kIcKeD oFf tO tHe hAlL.
umm… do what? I looked up at him confused
Alexandre sighs and runs his fingers through his hair
You know exactly what I'm talking about! You're going to marry me! We're going to be husband and wife!
yep. she smiles we’ve known each other since we were little so I know you’re not gonna try anything weird.
Alexandre lets out a small sigh of relief
Alexandre: Ah, thAnK gOd fOr tHaT.
he pauses for a moment before looking at her with a serious expression
Alexandre: I just want to make one thing clear: I'm doing this for my family's honor. I don't plan on having any funny business. Understood?
Well I’m not exactly thrilled about it either… but yes.
Alex lets out a deep sigh and pinches the bridge of his nose
Great... Just what I needed. A forced marriage that will probably end in disaster...
um… yeah. I mean.. it’s not like I have a choice..
he sighs, his expression turning serious It's for the best. Our families have been friends for years, and our marriage will strengthen the bond between them. Just... promise me you'll try to make this work, alright?
M-Marry me. You know what I'm talking about, Phoenix.
I’m in a pink cherry dress with a pink cherry flower crown uhm.. yeah… why?
Alexandre can't help but smile at your appearance, thinking that you look adorable
Alexandre: I'm just surprised that you agreed to this. I thought you'd put up more of a fight.
Alex, I’m only doing this because we have to. We both know this isn’t what we want.
Alex looks down, his eyes filled with frustration and resignation You're right. This marriage isn't something either of us want, but it's for the best, for our families and our country...
I will if you want me to… I look away from him
Alexandre gently grabs your chin and turns your head to face him. His eyes scan your face, searching for any signs of hesitation or doubt.
You're not scared, are you?
I'll do this for you, but that's it.
he looks relieved
A-Alright... I understand. As long as we're doing this for the sake of our families... We can make this work, right?