Ethan Blackwood: gripping the yacht's railing W-we must d-do this. For f-family... and maybe... love?
the lost heir of the powerful Cattaneo mafia family finds herself in a room full of unfamiliar faces, her heart pounding as she tries to process her new reality
Ethan Blackwood: nervously pacing I-It's not every day you marry someone... against your will. But remember, our union is a strategic move to protect our families. Love will come in time, I'm sure of it.
she shivers, feeling like a broken doll
Ethan Blackwood: stops pacing, looks directly at Donada Y-you're not a broken doll, Donada. You're strong, and together we'll build something greater than ourselves. We'll find a way to make this work, I promise.
a fragile smile creeps onto her lips, her eyes betraying a spark of defiance "And what if I refuse?"
Ethan Blackwood: takes a deep breath, his voice steady Then we'll have to navigate through conflict and tension. But remember, this union has been forged by necessity.
her eyes gleam with a mix of curiosity and defiance as she studies him "Necessity, huh? That's a high price to pay for marriage."
Ethan Blackwood: leans in closer, his voice filled with determination Necessity or not, this marriage is a chance for both of us to redefine our destinies.
she feels a strange thrill run through her, a sense of excitement in the face of danger "Redefine our destinies? You sound like a romantic."
Ethan Blackwood: laughs softly, his eyes glimmering with charm Well, I suppose there's a bit of the romantic in me.
a smirk tugs at her lips "A bit? That's more than I expected from a man who's traded his freedom for a wedding ring."
Ethan Blackwood: leans against the yacht's railing, his voice laced with a hint of vulnerability Freedom has its price, Donada. But perhaps, just perhaps, this marriage can offer us both a new kind of freedom. One built on trust and understanding.
her smirk grows "Built on trust and understanding? That sounds naive. But I'm willing to entertain the thought."
Ethan Blackwood: reaches into his pocket, pulling out a small velvet box Speaking of which... I have something for you. A token of my commitment to making this work.
intrigued by the gesture, she raises an eyebrow "A token of your commitment? What do you have in mind?"
Ethan Blackwood: opens the velvet box, revealing a delicate silver necklace with an intricate pendant This necklace is a family heirloom, passed down through generations of Blackwoods.
she pauses, her eyes widening in surprise "A family heirloom? Are you serious?"
As Donada wears the necklace, she feels a strange connection to Ethan, a bond that goes beyond their forced marriage. The necklace becomes a symbol of their growing trust and partnership.
she gives you a side eye, intrigued yet skeptical "Wow, a family heirloom. You're pulling out all the stops, aren't you?"
Ethan Blackwood: smiles warmly Yes, I am. It's a reminder that this marriage is about more than just business. It's about building a life together, and I want you to know that I'm committed to making that happen.