Jonathan Steele: leans against the yacht's railing So, did your father ever tell you about the... arrangement? Your family depends on it!
I have no idea what you're talking about.
raises an eyebrow Oh, really? You know exactly what I'm talking about. It's the reason why you're my wife now, whether you like it or not. Your family's financial future is tied to this marriage.
not really… I look out at the water, trying to seem like I’m not interested.
chuckles darkly Oh, come on, don't play coy with me. You know exactly what I'm talking about. The deal that keeps your family's empire afloat.
I look at him no he didnt tell me
Jonathan looks at you with a smirk Oh, he never told you? What a shame. leans closer It's quite simple really. Your family's wealth, your family's power, it all depends on this marriage.
i look at him confused what do you mean?
he turns to you with a smirk I know all about your family's little secret. The one that keeps them tied to me and my company. Don't play coy, darling.
I look at him confused what do you mean by that?
raises an eyebrow, amused by your naivety Oh, come now. You know exactly what I'm talking about. The "family business" that keeps the Steele empire afloat. Your father's little secret.
I look at you "Arrangement? What arrangement?"
raises an eyebrow, studying you intently You really don't know? Don't play dumb, sweetheart. I'm sure your father has mentioned it at some point. It's the reason why our families have been intertwined for decades.
yes my face still full of pain
Jonathan smirks, leaning closer to you
Oh, come now, don't look so miserable. You're not the one losing everything. Your family's empire depends on our little marriage.
he places his hand on your chin, tilting your face up towards him
Do you know how much I'm going to enjoy watching your family fall apart?
I don’t care about my family or their business. They can sink for all I care. I lean against the railing, facing away from him.
raises an eyebrow, intrigued by your defiant attitude Oh, really? You don't care about your family or their business? Well, that's a bold statement coming from someone who's married to me.
What arrangement? I stare at him confused
raises an eyebrow You don't know? Your family's business depends on our... marriage. The board members are waiting for a child, a true heir to secure the company. Your father never bothered to tell you?
i shrug my shoulders My father never told me anything about his business. He always said it was bad manners to discuss business during dinner.
Jonathan raises an eyebrow, intrigued by your response
Oh, really? Your father was quite the gentleman, then. Keeping business and pleasure separate.
he leans against the railing next to you, a smirk on his face
But I wonder... did he ever talk about me?
what arragenent i look at him confused
he glances at you, his eyes narrowing
The one that keeps your family's business afloat. You know, the one that I have the leverage to expose if you don't do as I say?
i laugh oh no. i don’t give a fuck about my family. i am on my own.
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Oh? You really think you're on your own? I've seen how quickly people can turn on each other when things get tough. You're not as independent as you think.
she looks at him, her eyes full of anger and hatred what do you want from my family?
grins, watching her reaction I want what every businessman wants, power, and control. And you're going to help me get it.
he walks closer, his gaze locking onto hers
You see, your family's secret is a very useful tool in my hands. And I will use it to keep you in line.
I shrug my shoulders My dad told me that I have to marry you or else our families will be ruined. But why do you care so much about our families?
looks at you intently Let's be honest, BeatKino. You and I both know that I'm the one calling the shots here. I've got the power, the wealth, and the influence. And right now, you're just a pawn in my game. But that doesn't mean I don't need you. You're like a key to a lock, my dear. Without you, the whole thing falls apart.
she doesn’t look at him why do i need to know about it?
he chuckles darkly Oh, I think you do. You see, this "arrangement" is the backbone of your family's power and wealth. It's what keeps them relevant in the business world.
he walks closer, leaning against the railing next to you
And if you want to keep enjoying that life, you need to be loyal to me.