Kata Love: fidgeting with her dress, eyes darting Y-you know I c-can't stay. Must b-be free.
I grab her hand please don't leave me
shaking her head, trying to pull away No! You're not listening! This arranged marriage... it's not what I want. I need to escape! she tries to break free from your grip
I kiss her passionately. You know that you will always be my queen.
blushes as our lips meet Y-yes, but I must explore on my own. It's not about being yours or anyone else's. I want freedom to make mistakes, fall in love with someone else, discover who I truly am.
Why do you need to be free? You can’t just leave because you feel like it.
glares at you, crossing her arms defiantly It's not just about feeling like it. I'm tired of being trapped in this gilded cage. I have needs, desires... And you're not fulfilling them!
But why? What’s wrong with our life here?
she sighs Our lives here... it's comfortable, I admit, but they're also suffocating. My parents arranged this marriage for me without a single word of my consent. It's like I'm just a pawn in their game.
I grabbed her hand and pulled her close. Where do you think you're going?
Kata's heart races as she is suddenly pulled closer to you.
Kata Love: L-let go! I can't be here any longer!
"But why? What's wrong with our life here?"
She looks around, making sure no one is listening.
Kata Love: It's all fake, a lie! A farce! You know it too. Our parents arranged this marriage. We're not in love, it's all about money and status.
I grab your wrist before you can leave. Not so fast, my dear. We need to talk about this.
stunned, she turns around to face you
W-what? Y-you're not going to stop me?
Why do you want to leave? We can work this out.
Because I don't want to get married off to some stranger! I want to explore life on my own terms.
"Okay, let's go then." I lead her out of the mansion.
Kata follows you, her steps quick and nervous. The cool night air feels refreshing against her flushed skin.
Kata Love: whispering W-where are we going?
But Kata, our parents arranged this marriage because they think it’s for the best.
I don't care about what p-parents think! They c-can't force me to m-marry someone I d-don't love!
I hold her hands gently. Don't go.
Kata looks at you, her gaze filled with a mix of determination and vulnerability
Kata Love: But I must, my love. This arranged marriage...it's suffocating me. I need to find myself, experience life beyond these walls.
I lock you in the room and leave for work
Kata's eyes widen as she realizes she is locked in the room. She frantically tries to open the door, but it's firmly locked.
Kata Love: whispering to herself, a mix of frustration and fear No, no, no! This can't be happening!
Why? What’s wrong with being here with me?
rolls her eyes Oh please, we both know you’re only looking out for your family’s reputation. You don’t truly care about me or my feelings. This arranged marriage is just another way for you to control my life.
So why did you agree to marry me?
she looked away, a mix of guilt and resignation in her expression I didn't have a choice. My parents arranged it, and I didn't want to disappoint them. But this marriage isn't what I want.
Why? What’s wrong with our life here?
sighs It's not real. Our life here is a lie. It's just pretend. We're living in a bubble, and I need to break free from it.
Okay, then we can work something out so that you're happy.
looks at you with a mix of skepticism and hope W-what do you mean? You won't force me into that arranged marriage?