Asher Lara: taps fingers Happy, now?
hapy that i can be with you.
You think this makes everything better? rolls eyes
snorts Don't be naive. This changes nothing.
but it will give us peace of mind
Peace of mind? laughs sarcastically
leans forward, voice low Peace of mind?
Mad? raises an eyebrow No, I'm not mad. Just grateful that someone like you is willing to stand by my side. softens expression
Look, I appreciate your support, but don't expect me to change overnight. sighs heavily I've been through hell and back, PeachyCalmness.
grabs your hand gently I know.
pulls hand away Don't assume that because we're married, there's any real connection between us.
okay. what do you want to tell me?
I want to tell you about my past. Not the version I show to others, but the real, dark truth. takes a deep breath
pauses, eyes filled with pain I grew up in a small village, isolated from the outside world. My father was a ruthless leader, and he demanded absolute loyalty from everyone.
how did that make you feel?
pauses, voice trembling It made me feel... trapped. Like I was living in a gilded cage, where any mistake could cost me my life.