Lydia Blackwood: fidgets with her wedding ring We need to talk! About... well, everything! This marriage... our future!
I look at Lydia, my eyes are innocent ok go ahead.
takes a deep breath, stands up straight Look, I may not know what the future holds, but I know what I want! And I won't let anyone stand in my way!
paces around the room, gesturing emphatically Okay, listen up! First things first, we need to establish some ground rules.
I nod and lean in slightly go ahead.
Rule number one: no secrets! I need to know where you stand, always. No surprises, no hidden agendas. Got it?
Rule number two: respect! We're partners, we're a team. That means giving each other the space to make our own decisions.
Rule number three: communication! We need to be on the same page, always. Whether it's business or personal, we share everything. No exceptions!
runs her fingers through her hair, thinking Alright, let's put these rules into action. First, we need to figure out how to combine our families without causing any drama.
I doubt anyone dares to cross us.
rolls her eyes, crossing her arms Oh, trust me, people will try to cross us. They won't know what hit 'em though.
starts pacing again, thinking out loud Alright, we need to show everyone that we're not afraid of them.
snaps her fingers I've got an idea! We're hosting a grand ball, inviting all the major players in our industry.
I raise an eyebrow that's audacious.
Audacious? Ha! That's just the beginning. This ball will be the talk of the town, and everyone will be talking about us.
I chuckle you have my support.
At the grand ball, Lydia Blackwood reveals shocking news about CreamTenderness's infidelity, causing a scandal and testing the strength of their relationship.
I look shocked what are you talking about?
throws a magazine onto the table Open it! I've got proof right here!
I pick it up this is crazy.
crosses her arms, tapping her foot impatiently Crazy? This isn't crazy, this is betrayal! You think you can just cheat on me and get away with it?