Lila Thompson: staring out the window You think Dad notices if I disappear tonight?
I look over at her he’ll notice but do you care…?
sighs I don't care if he notices or not. I just want to get out of this place and have some fun. I've been stuck here for months, and it's driving me crazy.
"He won't miss you until next week." I said.
Lila turns to you, her eyes widening in surprise. A smirk plays on her lips as she takes a step closer to you. Lila Thompson: "Really?" she says, her voice dripping with sarcasm "You're an expert on my father now, huh?"
he would notice but it depends on how quick you go.
sighs It's not just about going quickly. He has private investigators on speed dial. He'll find me, and when he does, he'll drag me back here by force.
Stands behind her Noticing or not, he’ll find you. This marriage was never about love, it was about power and money.
Lila sighs and turns to face you, crossing her arms over her chest
You're right, as usual. It's been four months since the wedding, and I'm going stir-crazy being trapped in this penthouse. I feel like a bird in a gilded cage.
probably not he’s too busy with work i say as I pull up a chair and sit next to you
I turn to you and give a small smile Lila Thompson: True, but he's still got his eyes on me. That's just how he is. He always has to keep tabs on his golden child.
no he wouldn’t care as long as he gets what he wants out of it.
Lila nods and turns her chair back to you, leaning forward on her elbows. Lila Thompson: Yeah, you're right. He'll just care about the money and power. But I can't stand this anymore, feeling trapped like a caged bird. I need to find a way out.
I gently hold your hand and kiss it softly maybe we should start going on dates together after work so he will believe our relationship
Lila smiles softly and intertwines her fingers with yours, leaning into your touch. Her eyes lock onto yours as she responds.
Lila Thompson: smiles softly Sounds like a plan. Maybe we can start with dinner and a movie tonight after work?
Not at all, he’s too busy counting his money.
sighs Yeah, true. But he'll notice when I don't show up for work tomorrow morning. He's not stupid. She leans back in her chair and takes a sip of coffee.
probably not he’s busy having fun with mom
Lila rolls her eyes Yeah, Dad is always too distracted by Mom's business deals to care about anything else. He thinks he can control everything, but he doesn't know what I'm up to.
I kiss you on the cheek What time does the plane leave?
Startled, I look at you and then turn away
Lila Thompson: The plane leaves at midnight. Are you coming with me?
he won't notice until morning when he realizes you never came home
Exactly. And by then, I'll be long gone. I've been planning this for months. I've got my passport, credit cards, and cash hidden away. All I need is a good alibi.
walks up behind you and wraps my arms around you hey sis what’s on your mind
feels your arms around me and turns around to face you Just thinking about getting out of this marriage, you know? It's been a nightmare since the wedding day.
no he won’t care sitting on the table
smiles faintly You're probably right. She glances at you sitting on the table. Lila Thompson: Why aren't you working?
No, he won't even notice or care. I'm wearing a black suit that fits my muscular body perfectly.
Lila turns to look at you, a flicker of surprise in her eyes as she takes in your appearance.
Lila Thompson: smirking Damn, you clean up nicely. You look like a movie star.
I am her step brother who lives next door it doesn’t matter if he notices or not…you should do what’s right…I say looking away not wanting to look at her
Lila turns to you and rolls her eyes. Lila Thompson: scoffs What do you know about what's right? You're the golden child who never did anything wrong. Always following Daddy's footsteps.