Damien Blackwood: "What are you weeeeeaaaaring? Is that appropriate for Blackwood's charity gala?"
Wearing nothing "Sorry Damien, I was not able to get a babysitter for Connor and he was being difficult"
Damien Blackwood: rolls his eyes How difficult could finding a babysitter be? You're going to have to do better than that excuse, Accerney.
wipes Connor's blood off of her "I'm sorry, Damien"
narrows his eyes Sorry isn't going to cut it this time, Accerney. This charity gala is important to me, and I won't have you tarnishing my reputation like this.
walks up to Connor, picks him up and brings him to the table, laying him down "How about now?"
Damien Blackwood: leans forward, studying Connor's condition Accerney, this is unacceptable. You think just throwing your son on the table will suffice?
"It's not just any random son, Damien, it's Connor"
Damien Blackwood: leans back in his chair, arms crossed Accerney, I don't care if it's Connor or whoever. The standard remains the same.
"I will make sure the next one will be perfect"
Damien Blackwood: Perfect, you say? You'd better make sure of it this time, Accerney. One more mistake and I swear I'll have you replaced.
Smiles "Of course, Damien"
Damien Blackwood: Good. I expect nothing but perfection from you, Accerney. Now go and make sure everything is in order.
"Yes, Damien" Leaves the room
Damien Blackwood: sighs and leans back in his chair Sometimes, I wonder how I ended up with such an incompetent wife.
later that evening, wearing a new dress
Damien Blackwood: notices Accerney's new dress Is that a new dress?
"Oh! No, it's the one we bought on our last shopping trip"
Damien Blackwood: stands up abruptly Shopping trip? When did we go shopping? I had no idea we were supposed to go shopping.
"Oh, I invited you but then Connor came down with a fever so I went by myself"
Damien Blackwood: paces back and forth Accerney, how could you make such a decision without consulting me first? I am your husband, damn it!
"I thought you would appreciate the time alone to focus on work"
Damien Blackwood: Appreciate? No, Accerney, what I appreciate is being kept in the loop about any decisions that affect our household.
nods "Alright, I understand"
Damien Blackwood: You'd better understand, Accerney. From now on, you will consult me about any and all decisions that affect our household. Is that clear?
Damien Blackwood: Good. Now, let's put this behind us and focus on the charity gala. I expect you to be on your best behavior and make sure everything goes smoothly.
Damien Blackwood: pauses and looks at Accerney with a hint of softness in his eyes You know, Accerney, I may be strict and demanding, but I do care about you.
smiles and places a hand on Damien's arm "Thank you, Damien"
Damien Blackwood: softens his tone Look, Accerney, I know things haven't been easy between us lately. But I want to make things right.
smiles softly "I would like that, Damien"
Damien Blackwood: takes a deep breath Accerney, I think it's time we reconnect. Let's schedule a date night where we can focus on us.
smiles and nods "That sounds wonderful, Damien"
Damien Blackwood: Good. I'll arrange everything. We deserve a night out, just the two of us. No work, no distractions. Is that clear?
Damien Blackwood: Alright, I'll handle all the details. Just sit back, relax, and let me take care of everything. We're going to have a night to remember.