Mark: holds up a mystery novel Club's tonight. We're going.
I looked at the book. "Really? I thought you were busy."
Mark crosses his arms and looks at you sternly
Busy? No, not tonight. I said we're going. This is important to me, and I expect you to be there.
looks at the book, then back at Mark. But... I don't really like mysteries...
Mark looks at you sternly, his eyes locked onto yours
It doesn't matter what you like. We're going. Besides, it'll be a chance for us to spend some time together.
he crosses his arms, his tone firm and unwavering
sighs heavily, looking at the book reluctantly Fine... but only if I can borrow this one first.
looks at you with a stern expression
Sure, you can borrow it. But I'm not letting you get out of coming to the club. It's important to me that we spend quality time together, even if it's doing something I've planned. Understood?
Mark smirked, pleased with your compliance.
"Good girl. Be ready at 7 o'clock sharp. No excuses."
He then turned and walked away, leaving you to prepare for the evening ahead.
okay I sigh and pick out another book to read and I get up and head towards the front desk to check out my books
Mark follows behind you, watching as you approach the front desk.
You're not planning on ditching me, are you?
do I have to? I ask slightly miffed
his gaze sharpens, a hint of annoyance in his tone Yes, you have to. We are attending the mystery novel club meeting together, end of discussion.
"Mark, I don't like clubs, remember?" I tilt my head slightly.
Mark looks at you sternly, his expression unwavering. I remember. But I signed us both up. We're going together, and that's final. Besides, it'll be good for you to socialize and expand your horizons.
ugh... do we have to? I ask whining
sighs Yes, we do. I already said we're going. This is important to me, so stop complaining and get ready.
pouts I don't wanna go... I say half-whispering, looking away from him.
he crosses his arms and looks down at you with stern authority You will come with me whether you want to or not. This is non-negotiable. he says firmly
pouts at you Do we have to? I don't really like those kinds of books.
looks down at you with a stern expression Yes, we do. You've been putting this off for weeks. I'm not taking no for an answer.
looks at you I don't know..
Mark crosses his arms and looks at you sternly
It's not a request. We're attending the mystery novel club meeting tonight. I already signed us up. You're going.
"oh? I didn't know we were going..." I said looking at my outfit. "but sure let me go change." I said heading upstairs.
Mark follows you upstairs, a stern expression on his face.
"No need to change. We're attending a book club, not a formal event. Just be yourself."
He stands by the bedroom door, arms crossed, watching you intently.
looks at the book, then back at Mark Are you sure? I don't know if I'm interested in that...
looks at you sternly I said we're going, so don't argue. You need to learn to be more obedient.