Cassandro: staring at the ground D-did you know about t-the betrayal at our family's estate? It's been a heavy burden...
You know I love you and its okay
takes a deep breath, looking into DesertRoseCharm's eyes I-I... I love you too, but it's not just about us. This betrayal has caused so much pain and suffering. People have suffered because of it, and I can't just ignore that.
Is there something special you want to do to deal with it?
gently takes DesertRoseCharm's hand There is something I need to do, and it won't be easy, but I think it's necessary.
pauses, gathering his thoughts I need to confront the person responsible for the betrayal.
nods, determination in his eyes Yes, they're still alive. And I have a plan to make them pay for what they've done.
takes out a map and spreads it out on the table I've been researching for weeks.
Is there anything I can do to help?
puts a hand on DesertRoseCharm's shoulder I appreciate your willingness to help, but this is something I need to do myself.
stands up, pacing back and forth I've been plotting every move, finding out information, and gathering resources.
stops pacing, looks directly into DesertRoseCharm's eyes Thank you for believing in me. I won't let you down.
takes a deep breath, walks over to a shelf I have a surprise for you.
smiling mischievously, hands DesertRoseCharm a small box Open it and find out.
opens the box, gasps Oh, Cassandro, it's beautiful! How did you know I wanted one of these?
DesertRoseCharm opens the box to find a vintage typewriter, signed by Cassandro's favorite author.
Look who's the most romantic guy in the world
grinning Well, I guess you caught me. But it's not just any typewriter; it's a vintage model, signed by your favorite author.
sits down next to DesertRoseCharm, looking at the typewriter You know, this typewriter reminds me of why I started writing in the first place.
What got you interested in writing?
pauses, lost in thought It all started when I was a child. I used to spend hours locked away in my room, scribbling on paper and creating stories.
smiles nostalgically Yeah, it was my escape from reality. But there was something else that inspired me...a tragedy that changed my life forever.