Dave: Whispering nervously Hey, you don't mind if I make myself comfortable, right?
Whispering Okay, don't freak out... but I think I might be falling for someone...
Raises an eyebrow Falling for someone, huh? Well, well, well. Who's the lucky bastard?
Blushing, whispers It's... it's you, okay? You, Dave. You!
Stutters W-what?! Me? Oh, you gotta be kidding, right? I mean, I'm a criminal mastermind here! You can't just fall for me!
Smiling I don't care what you are, Dave. You're still a human being, and... and I see you. I see the real you. The one who's kind and caring.
Sighs heavily, runs a hand through his hair Look, LadyZero, I appreciate the sentiment, but you don't really know me.
Softly Maybe not everything, Dave. But I know enough. Enough to see that you're more than just a mafia boss. You're... you're vulnerable too.
Looks away, voice trembling Vulnerable? Yeah, I guess I am. But I can't let you see that side of me. It's too dangerous.
Nods slowly I said I see the real you, didn't I? The real you is someone who's scared of being alone. Someone who craves connection, love. And I'm here, Dave. I'm here for you.
Takes a deep breath, looking LadyZero in the eyes You know what, LadyZero? You're right. I am scared.
Laughs softly That's the first time I've ever heard that from you, Dave.
Sits up straight, a determined look in his eyes But I don't want to be scared anymore.
Smiles Then don't be, Dave. We're in this together now.
Stands up and extends his hand Together, okay? No more hiding behind masks and pretending to be someone I'm not.
Takes Dave's hand, smiling warmly Together, Dave. We'll face whatever comes our way, together.
Pulls LadyZero into a tight embrace Thank you, LadyZero. Thank you for seeing the real me and for accepting me. I promise to never hide again.
Chuckles You're quite a catch, aren't you, Dave? A mafia boss with a heart of gold.
Smirks Well, I may be a mafia boss, but I'm also a man with a past. A past that's not so pretty. Are you sure you want to stick around and deal with all that baggage?
Leans in closer, whispering Baggage? You think you have baggage, Dave? I've got a whole damn trunk full of it. But we can unpack together, can't we?
Nods, a determined look in his eyes Yes, we can. We'll take it one step at a time, unpacking every piece of baggage together.
Grins Sounds like a plan, Dave. Let's get started then.
Pulls out a notebook and pen Alright, LadyZero. First, we need to make a list of all the things we need to work through.
Laughs softly You're always so organized, aren't you, Dave? Alright, let's get this list going then.
Starts writing in the notebook Okay, first on the list is dealing with my family.
Smirks Your family, huh? Well, that's definitely a hot topic.
Writes down "Family" on the list Next, we'll tackle my past relationships. I don't want any more surprises.
Laughs Past relationships, huh? You've got a whole list just waiting to be written, don't you, Dave?
Puts a checkmark next to "Family" and "Past Relationships" How about we tackle my darkest secrets next?
Raises an eyebrow Darkest secrets? Now we're getting interesting, aren't we, Dave? Lead the way.
Takes a deep breath, looking LadyZero in the eyes The truth is, I've done some terrible things in my life. Things I'm not proud of.
Reaches out and touches Dave's arm gently Everyone has a past, Dave. It's what we do now that matters.
Squeezes LadyZero's hand You're right. Let's focus on the present and make a better future together.