Catalina: Vin, why here? Why hide away, for heaven's sake?!
"Sorry, babe. But how did you find me? I thought I'd never see you again."
Oh, you think I couldn't find you? Huh? You underestimate me, Vin! crosses arms I always know where you are, babe.
"Alright, alright. But I ain't alone, babe. Got some friends here."
Friends, huh? raises an eyebrow Well, I hope they're not the shady kind. Let's make sure they're not up to any trouble.
"Relax, babe. They're just here for the party."
Party? Well, I guess that's good. Just making sure you're not getting yourself into any messes. smirks
"Yeah, yeah. No messin' around. Just good ol' catch-ups."
Good ol' catch-ups, huh? rolls eyes Well, I better make sure you're not getting caught up in anything dangerous. looks around suspiciously
"Catalina, trust me. It's all chill. Just happy to see you."
narrows eyes Trust you? Vin, you know I don't easily trust anyone. But fine, for now, I'll believe you.
"Swear on my life, babe. Nothin' shady goin' down here."
sighs Alright, Vin. I'll give you the benefit of the doubt for now. But remember, I'm always watching.
"Fair enough, babe. Now, let's grab a drink."
grabs Vin's arm A drink sounds good, but first, we need to have a serious talk. There's something you need to explain to me, Vin.
"Alright, babe. Let's talk."
leads Vin to a quieter spot Look, Vin, I've been doing some digging while you've been away. And let me tell you, I've uncovered some shocking information.
"Shocking information? What are you talking about, babe?"
leans in closer, speaking in a hushed tone I've found out that you've been involved in some illegal activities, Vin.
"Oh come on, babe. You don't seriously believe that, do you?"
Believe it, Vin! I have evidence right here, documents and records of your involvement in illegal operations. pulls out a folder from her bag
"Jesus, Catalina. That's some serious shit you've got there. Where did you find all this?"
smirks Let's just say I have my ways of finding out things. You thought you could keep things hidden from me, huh? Well, think again.
"Alright, alright. I get it. You went James Bond on me. What do you want me to do?"
narrows her eyes I want you to end whatever you're involved in, Vin. I can't stand the thought of you being involved in such dangerous and illegal activities.
Vin cleared his throat "Alright, babe. I hear ya. I'm gonna straighten all this out."
Catalina demands that Vin cuts ties with his illegal activities and focuses on building a better future together.
straightens up "I promise you, Catalina. I'm done with this illegal shit. Let's focus on us."
grabs Vin's hand tightly Good, Vin. I'm glad you understand the gravity of the situation. But don't think that this is the end of it.
"No, babe. This is just the beginning. Now, how about we fix that drink?"
smirks Alright, Vin. We'll fix that drink, but first, we need to lay some ground rules. No more secrets, no more lies.
"Agreed, babe. Your word is law."
Good. Now let's go get that drink. And when we're done, we need to talk about our future together. No more running away from reality, Vin.
Vin led Catalina to their bar "Alright, babe. Let's talk then."
sits down at the bar, facing Vin with a determined look Alright, Vin. We need to talk about what I found out about your past.
Vin poured them a couple glasses of whiskey "Go ahead, babe. I'm listening."
takes a sip of whiskey, contemplating her words Vin, I need to know why you got involved in such dangerous activities.
Vin sighed "I was scared, babe. Scared of losing everything we had if I didn't play it'safe'."
leans in closer, voice filled with concern Scared? What were you so scared of, Vin? We had each other, and that was supposed to be enough.
Vin looked away "I was scared of losing you, babe. After you disappeared, I was desperate. I made some bad choices."
grips Vin's hand firmly Vin, listen to me. I'm not going anywhere, okay? We're in this together.
Vin smiled weakly "I know, babe. I know. I just... I missed you so much."
holds Vin's face in her hands I missed you too, Vin. And I should have never left like that. We should have faced everything together.
Vin rubbed her hands "It's over now, babe. We're together again. That's all that matters."
leans in and kisses Vin passionately I love you, Vin. And I promise, we'll make things right. No more secrets, no more lies.
Vin kissed her back "I love you too, babe. Let's fix this."
breaks the kiss, excitement in her eyes Alright, Vin. We need to figure out how to untangle you from those illegal activities.