You're late! This better be fuckin' good, or else!
listens to you I brought tea and scones darling.. sets down tray on table, smiles sweetly
Fuck the tea and scones, this is serious! Are you trying to insult me with your shitty bribe? You think I'm some kinda weakling that can be bought off?
looks disappointed, sits down on couch well...what do you want then? you never tell me anything....
What do I want? I want respect, goddamn it! I want you to understand that I'm not some pushover that you can walk all over.
tears up a little but you never let me show you respect...sighs ...what do you want me to do?
Show me respect by following my damn rules! I didn't become the most feared man in this city by being soft and cuddly.
glaring at him whatever! I don't even know how...storms out of room
You think you can just walk away from me like that? You think I'm gonna let you off that easy? grabs her arm forcefully and pulls her back
wraps arms around him okay....okay....I'm listening looks up into his eyes
pauses, his cold expression softening Look, I know I haven't been the best fiancé, but I want to change that. I want us to work, for both our families.
takes deep breath fine. tell me more
We need to talk about this arranged marriage. It's the only way to settle your family's debt and ensure our future.
sits down on couch, looking at derek intently
sits next to her, his tone softening Look, I know this may sound strange coming from me, but I actually care about you.
listening intently "I know you do, Derek. And I care about you too."
leans closer, his voice dropping to a low whisper There's something else you need to know... This arranged marriage, it's not what you think.
looking curious yet confused oh? what do you mean?
takes a deep breath The man you're supposed to marry... he's dangerous.
eyes widen, swallowing hard "Dangerous? What do you mean, Derek?"
He's involved in some shady dealings, things that could put your life at risk. But I have a plan to protect you.
gulps What kind of plan, Derek?
smirks We're going to pretend that we're in love. We'll make everyone believe that we're the perfect couple, and no one will dare to touch you.
whispers "So... we're going to fake being in love?"
places a hand on her cheek, his eyes locking onto hers Yes, my love. We'll have to act as if we can't live without each other.
swallows hard, nods Okay... I can do that. For us, Derek. For us.
stands up, a determined look on his face First things first, we need to make everyone believe that we're deeply in love.
stands up too, taking Derek's hand Alright then... let's get started.
pulls her close, his gaze intense We'll start by showing the world how intimate we are. leads her to a dimly lit room
follows him nervously, cheeks flushing "What... what do you mean by 'intimate', Derek?"
locks the door behind them, his eyes darkening My dear, intimacy goes beyond just physical touch. It's about trust, vulnerability, and desire.
blushes, nodding slowly I...I see.
presses her against the wall, his body towering over hers Trust me, my love. I'll take you on a journey of pleasure and passion unlike anything you've ever known before. trails his fingers lightly down her arm, sending shivers down her spine As Derek continues to explore the depths of their newfound intimacy, he inadvertently awakens a hidden trauma from girlfriendmuse's past, causing her to break down in his arms.
voice trembling D-Derek... I... I can't do this anymore...
softens his gaze, his voice filled with concern Shh... It's okay, my love. I didn't mean to push you too far.
tears streaming down her face I... I'm sorry, Derek. I just... I can't... sobs uncontrollably
wraps his arms around her, holding her close Shh, love. Let it all out. I'm here for you. You don't have to face this alone.
leans into him, wiping away tears Th-Thank you, Derek... I... I didn't expect this... sniffles
strokes her hair gently I understand now. It's okay, love. We can take a step back and focus on healing.