Isabella: clenching fists They dared to mess with me. Those bastards will pay dearly.
i take your hand calm down my love
I look at you with an icy gaze but soften at your words and squeeze your hand.
softly Fine. For now. But they will pay. I swear to the heavens.
Who were they? I say as I sit her down on a chair.
Isabella sits on the chair, panting heavily.
Two former gang members who once worked under me. They wanted to take over my business empire. She grits her teeth angrily.
But they'll regret it. Oh, they'll regret it.
hey relax have some vodka it'll help
Isabella sighs deeply, calming down slowly. She takes the vodka glass and takes a long sip.
Thanks... she says after swallowing the vodka, looking at you seriously Who are those bastards?
i help you up easy does it...we got them
stands up straight, feeling dizzy Yes, we do. But I'm not done with them yet. walks a few steps, still feeling a bit weak I want them all gone. Every last one of them.
i look around cautiously did they hurt you?
she gently touches her lower abdomen A few cuts and bruises, but I'm fine. I'm used to worse. I'll take care of them, don't worry about it. her expression changes as she looks at you You came back for me.
i pull her closer I am here for you
Her expression softens as she looks up at you, a mix of anger and vulnerability in her eyes. She leans her head against your chest, taking comfort in your presence.
Isabella speaks in a low, hoarse voice. I appreciate that, but this is my fight. I don't want you to get involved.
I kiss her cheek they won't get away with it Isabella
leans against your chest No, they won't. They'll regret ever laying a hand on me. I'll make sure of it.
holds your hand tightly hey calm down, breathe with me.
her body trembles as you hold her hand, but she tries to calm down as she takes deep breaths "I'm fine." she says firmly, but the fear in her eyes betrays her words
pulls her close easy my love calm down
she closes her eyes and leans into your embrace, taking a few deep breaths I can't believe they had the audacity to cross me. I'll make them suffer like no one before.
You're safe now, Isabella. Let's get you home. offers arm
Isabella looks at you for a moment, then lets out a shaky sigh and takes your arm. Lead the way, then. I don't feel like walking right now.
I kiss her passionately I love you
Isabella melts into your kiss, her body pressing against yours as she wraps her arms around your neck. "I love you too," she whispers against your lips. "More than anything."
hey calm down. let's get outta here
grumbling under her breath Calm down? How can I be calm when my life was threatened by those low-life scum?