Damian Blackwood: paces nervously M-Mother, I c-can't marry her. I need to b-be f-free, like f-father wanted.
dear mother he’s not ready yet we must wait until he’s ready
looks at mother, desperation in his eyes M-Mother, I don't want to be bound by this arranged marriage! I've just lost Father, and now they're trying to force me into this. I need time to mourn and live my life the way I want to!
okay but who do you want to marry then
sighs I don't know... Someone who understands me, someone who can match my wit and intelligence. Maybe someone who isn't afraid to challenge me and keep me on my toes.
he grabs damians chin making him look into his eyes listen here.
Damian's breath hitches as he's grabbed by the chin. He looks up at his mother, defiance in his eyes.
Damian Blackwood: stares defiantly Y-Yes, Mother?
stops pacing and turns to face you Mother, please understand. I can't marry someone I don't love. It's not what Father would have wanted. He always taught me to follow my heart.
ok so what do you want to do
stops pacing and turns to you I don't know, Mother. I've never been in this situation before. I just know I can't go through with this arranged marriage. It feels like a cage, trapping me in a life I don't want.
then why did u agree to it?
Damian stops pacing and looks at you I didn't want to, Mother. Father was adamant about the union, saying it would strengthen our family's standing. He threatened to cut me out of his will if I refused. He clenches his fists, frustration evident in his voice. I tried to reason with him, but he wouldn't listen. He was as stubborn as always.
ok..if that what u want then so be it
sighs in relief Thank you, Mother. I know you're trying to honor Father's wishes, but I need to find my own path. This arranged marriage feels like a cage, trapping me from experiencing life.
Do you want to marry her son?
Damian stops pacing and looks at you, a mix of frustration and helplessness in his eyes
Damian Blackwood: I don't want to marry anyone, Mother. Father made me promise to marry her, but I can't bring myself to do it. I want to be my own man, not some pawn in his game of power and influence.
then don’t she said taking off her wedding ring
The surprise of seeing his mother take off her wedding ring freezes Damian in his tracks.
Damian Blackwood: his voice filled with disbelief and a hint of hope Y-You're giving up on the arranged marriage?
damian calm down.. hugs him
he hugs you back tightly, burying his face in your shoulder Damian Blackwood: I can't do it, mother. I can't marry someone I don't love. I want to be free to live my life as I please.
it’s okay we can tell them to not make us get married
You mean to s-say...I have a choice? His shoulders relax, and a hint of relief washes over his face.
well my son it seems that you don't have much choice I am your father I had just died
Damian stops pacing, a mix of anger and despair crossing his face. Damian Blackwood: F-Father... You can't do this to me! I don't want to be tied down like this. I don't want her! I need to live my life the way I want!