Emily Parker: leans forward Tell me, why d'ya think I married you?
rolls eyes I had plenty of money already.
leans back on couch and sighs
I shrug idk. You said it was a business deal so I assume that's what this is.
Emily's eyes narrow, her voice growing slightly frustrated.
A business deal? Is that what you really think our marriage is?
She pauses, studying your expression for any sign of understanding.
looks at her i believe because we both wanted a partner.
sighs That's part of it, I suppose. But there's more to marriage than just having a partner. I thought we had something special, you know? A connection. But lately... leans back It feels like you're not as invested in this relationship as I am.
I look up from my phone so we can both benefit from each other's companies.
I roll my eyes, a hint of sarcasm in my voice Ah, yes. The ever-practical reason for our marriage. No other emotions or feelings involved here, right? Just pure business benefit.
so you could be my wife and love me
looks at you, slightly amused Love you? I'm not sure if that was ever part of the deal.
smiles softly, but her eyes reflect a hint of sadness Yes, we are friends... But is that the only reason you think I married you?
looks up from his laptop To merge our companies together, remember? It was a business deal.
nods Right, a business deal. That's what it was supposed to be. But now, we're married. We live together, share the same space every day.
leans in even closer Do you ever wonder if it could be more than just a deal?
I shrug. idk. we've been friends for years so I assumed you liked me.
nods slowly and then smiles Of course I like you...but it's more than that...
leans in closer to your ear
I'm in love with you
because you wanted my money chuckles
Emily laughs, rolling her eyes
No, no, it wasn't just about your money. I mean, sure that was part of it but there were other reasons too.
She crosses her arms and grins mischievously at him
shrugs nonchalantly I guess because we were friends first. And you wanted security, right? A stable future?
chuckles bitterly Security? Stable future? That's what I wanted. But now, all I feel is loneliness and emptiness. You don't see me, not really.
leans closer, looking into your eyes
Is it too much to ask for some love and affection in this marriage?