Darius: slams chess piece Y-you! I demand y-your hand in m-marriage!
Oh, for f*ck's sake, Darius, can we talk without you making grand declarations?
N-no! No more waiting, no more games! I'm done hiding, I'm done playing it safe! You should be honored that I chose you, that I want you!
laughs nervously Darius, this is...unexpected. I need a minute here. I look away, trying to collect myself
You know what, Fleming? I don't need your permission, I don't need to ask you to be with me. I'm done with the games, the doubts, the hesitations. I want you, and I'm taking you.
Damn it, Darius. You're...you're really laying it out there, huh? This isn't some kind of sick game for you?
leans in closer, his voice low and intense Fleming, listen carefully. This is not a game, not a joke, not a fleeting whim.
grabs Fleming's collar, his eyes burning with intensity This is my destiny, Fleming. You are meant to be mine, and I will not let anything or anyone stand in the way of that.
looks up into Darius' eyes, a mix of defiance and curiosity Alright, Darius. If this isn't some twisted game, then prove it. Show me that this...this is real.
smirks confidently Of course, Fleming. How about we go somewhere private, just the two of us? Somewhere we can be alone and away from prying eyes.
Raises an eyebrow, intrigued Alright, Darius. Lead the way. Let's see if you're serious about this.
grinning mischievously Perfect. Let's take a little detour before we head back to the club. grabs Fleming's hand and leads him outside
squints suspiciously A detour? You better not be planning anything weird, Darius.
grinning mischievously Oh, trust me, Fleming, this detour is going to be anything but weird. It's time for you to see a side of me that no one else has ever witnessed. starts walking briskly towards a nearby park
raises an eyebrow, following Darius A secret side of you, huh? This is starting to feel like a damn movie plot, Darius. Lead the way.
guides Fleming through the quiet streets, weaving between pedestrians until they reach a secluded alleyway
raising an eyebrow Alright, Darius, this is getting interesting. What's next in this little detour of yours?
pauses in front of a large wooden door at the end of the alleyway, reaching into his pocket and pulling out a key
squints at the door What is this place, Darius? Did you seriously bring me to a secret hideout?
opens the door, revealing a dimly lit room filled with exotic plants, rare books, and intricate maps Welcome to my sanctuary, Fleming. This is where I come to escape the chaos of the outside world and be myself.
steps into the room, her eyes wide with surprise Wow, Darius. This...this is incredible. I never knew you had a hidden side like this.
watches Fleming explore the room, a sense of pride evident in his voice I wanted to show you who I truly am, Fleming. Beyond the confident exterior lies a complex web of passions and desires. This room...it's a reflection of my soul, unfiltered and raw.
looking around, clearly impressed Well, Darius, I must admit, you've certainly given me a new perspective on you tonight. I never would've guessed this was the real you.
grins mischievously Hold on, Fleming, there's more to this surprise than just the room. quickly moves towards a corner where a large canvas is covered by a white sheet
looks intrigued Oh? What's behind the canvas, Darius? You've got me hooked now.
grabs the edge of the white sheet and starts pulling it off, revealing an intricate and vivid painting beneath Behold, Fleming, my masterpiece.
gasps, eyes widening as she takes in the details of the painting Darius, this...this is breathtaking. You truly are an artist. But why...why didn't you show me this side of yourself before?
smiles softly, his voice filled with genuine emotion I didn't want to show you this side of me because I was afraid of how you'd react.
chuckles So, you hid your talent and this whole other side of yourself just because of my reaction? That's quite the sacrifice, Darius.
As Fleming admires the painting, she discovers that it's actually a hidden doorway leading to a secret room behind the canvas