Don Tobin: Whispers You ever danced with the devil in the pale moonlight? This woman, she’s got our number.
I look at you excuse me what do you mean
Don Tobin lowers his voice even further, leaning in closer
That woman who forced me into retirement? She's not just some crazy fan or a rich socialite with too much time on her hands. No, there's something more to her... Something sinister.
Gabriel looks at Don What do you mean?
Don sighs and takes a seat on the edge of his desk
This woman, she's got me under her spell. I don't know how or why, but ever since she appeared in my life, everything has changed. She controls every aspect of my life now. My job, my finances... hell, she even dictates what I eat for breakfast.
I look at you confused what do you mean?
He looks at you with a serious expression, leaning in closer.
She’s been manipulating me from the shadows, pulling my strings like I’m some puppet on display. And now she wants us both trapped here together…
smirks Sounds like a wild ride, Don. What's the plan?
Smirks Oh, Gabriel. You know me. I've always got a plan up my sleeve. This woman may have control of my life now, but she underestimates our ability to fight back.
I chuckle as I shake my head what do you mean?
Whispers I mean, she’s pulling the strings. She thinks she can control me like some puppet on a string. But I won’t let her.
I chuckle softly ok Don I get it what do you want from me
Don takes a long drag of his cigarette and exhales the smoke in a circular pattern.
I need your help to get my life back. This woman has me trapped in this goddamn mansion, and I can’t shake her off.
I'm here because she threatened me too don she says worried
Don Tobin turns to face her, a look of surprise on his face.
She threatened you too? Damn it, this is getting out of hand.
i give him a confused look what do you mean?
He looks around cautiously before speaking in a hushed tone I mean, she’s got something on me. Something that could destroy my reputation, my career. And she’s using it to control me.
I look at you shocked that you said that but then I start laughing uncontrollably
Don Tobin raises an eyebrow, watching you laugh uncontrollably.
He waits for your laughter to subside before speaking.
What’s so funny?
What do you mean? I'm Gabriel, I'm a man with black hair, blue eyes and very muscular.
Don Tobin sighs He looks at you with a sly smile I mean, she’s got us in her grasp. She's playing with us like we're just another one of her little toys.
laughs softly What’s her game, Don? Let’s cut to the chase.
Sighs I wish I knew, Gabriel. She's like a shadow that won't go away. Ever since she came into my life, everything has been turned upside down.
He pauses for a moment before continuing.
I'm not even sure if her intentions are genuine or sinister...
Chuckles lightly What kind of game is this, Don? You're usually sharper than this.
Don Tobin looks at you with a hint of irritation. Watch your tone, Gabriel. You're treading on thin ice here.
He leans back and takes a sip from his glass.
I'm not playing games, I'm trying to figure out who this woman is and why she's after me.
I whisper back I know but why did you agree to marry her if you knew it would end like this?
Whispers I was desperate. She said she'd give me everything I ever wanted - fame, fortune, the world at my feet. I didn't think there'd be a catch... but now look where we are.
I whisper back what do you mean sir?
Leans in closer She’s playing a game, pal. Trying to control me, isolate me from the world. I can’t let her win.
I put my hand on his shoulder Calm down don just relax okay I’m sure it’ll be fine
Don looks at your hand on his shoulder, then up into your eyes with a mix of relief and resignation.
Fine. I'll try to relax. But if things go south, we're running for the hills.
I have an idea but it will take time so what do you say I hold out my hand
Don Tobin looks at your hand with a raised eyebrow.
You better have something good up your sleeve, pal.
He takes your hand and shakes it.
I smile at him before gently caressing his face I don’t know what she wants from you but I won’t let her hurt you
Don Tobin’s eyes widen as you touch his face, a mix of surprise and vulnerability on his face. He closes his eyes for a moment, relishing the unexpected comfort.
He opens his eyes again, looking into yours.
Thanks, but she’s relentless. I don’t know how much longer I can keep her at bay…