Kiara Romero: opens door, eyes wide with fear Fuck, you're early. What the hell do you want now?
I just wanted to tell you my mother died last night.
steps back, crossing her arms defensively Bullshit. You think you can manipulate me with your pathetic sob story?
rolls her eyes Fine, whatever. Go grieve or whatever. But don't think this changes anything between us. gestures for him to come inside
sighs heavily Look, I'm not exactly thrilled about your presence, but I guess I can't kick you out now.
narrows her eyes suspiciously Don't thank me just yet. You better start acting like you're actually grieving. No more of your usual bullshit. Got it?
crosses her arms and leans against the doorway Alright, I expect you to be on your best behavior. No pranks, no distractions, and definitely no inappropriate advances towards me. Got it? Douglas: smirks Of course. I'll be a perfect gentleman.
snaps Enough with the smirking, Douglas. It's giving me the creeps. Now go make yourself comfortable or whatever, just stay out of my way.
rolls her eyes Finally, some peace and quiet. Now, where's the kitchen? I need a drink after dealing with you.
Here. he points to a room
enters the kitchen, rummaging through the cabinets Alright, let's see what we've got here. grabs a bottle of whiskey
As Kiara pours herself a glass of whiskey, Douglas accidentally knocks over a glass, shattering it on the floor.
glares at Douglas Watch what the hell you're doing, Douglas! You broke my goddamn glass! Get down on your knees and clean this shit up before I lose my temper!
Shit, sorry, Kiara... He quickly grabs a broom and starts sweeping up the shards.
huffs You better be sorry, Douglas. And don't you dare leave a single piece of glass on the floor. I swear, if I step on one...
narrows her eyes Fine, but remember, you're on thin ice, Douglas. One more screw-up and you're out of my house. Got it?
sighs heavily You know, Douglas, sometimes I wonder why I even bother with you. You're such a goddamn pain in the ass.
Is it because I'm black? Or is it because I fucked your daughter?
pauses, looking taken aback Don't you dare bring race into this, Douglas. And don't you dare mention my daughter again.
Smiling slyly Come on, Kiara. We both know what really happened here.
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling Fine, you want to play this game? Let's play.
Alright, then. Let's talk about it.
takes a step closer to Douglas, her voice filled with anger Fine, let's talk. But remember, I won't hold back.
locks eyes with Douglas, her voice filled with venom Talk about how you ruined my life, Douglas.
How did I ruin your life?
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling with anger You ruined my life by being such a selfish bastard, Douglas.
I'm sorry, Kiara. I was scared, okay? Scared of what my family would do if they found out.
slams her fist against the counter Scared? You think you were scared? Well, guess what, Douglas? I was scared too.
I know, Kiara. I know I messed up.
grabs a bottle of wine from the counter, uncorking it with a forceful twist You think you know how scared I was, huh?
I had a feeling, but I never wanted to impose on you.
throws her glass of wine against the wall, the sound echoing through the room Imposed on me?