Pia Riccardi: glances at the roses Why don't you tell me how you feel about all this grandeur, huh?
he laughs it’s much different than what I’m used to. This castle is huge
chuckles softly I know, right? It's almost intimidating, especially when you come from a humble background like us.
looks around at the lush greenery and vibrant flowers
I must admit, though, the garden is quite beautiful. Almost makes up for the coldness of the castle walls, huh?
He holds her waist I’m happy your here
blushes faintly, surprised by his touch
Ah, yes, here we are, living in this grand estate, surrounded by nobility and wealth... All because of my little brother's mistakes. sighs How could I ever be happy in such a situation?
he sits down beside her im not used to all this grandeur either..
chuckles softly I know right? It feels like we've been thrust into some sort of fairytale. One that I never asked for.
looks around at the beautiful flowers Do you remember when we used to go on walks through the forest near our village?
he shrugs his shoulders What's there to say? It's grand, isn't it? But...it feels empty somehow.
nods slightly, understanding his sentiment
I suppose even grandeur can't fill the void we both feel, huh? I can't say I blame you. This estate seems to scream 'fake' to me as well.
sighs
You know, I can tell when you're trying to avoid the conversation.
walks closer You've been awfully quiet since we returned. I thought you would at least have something to say about our new life here.
I’m sure your tired… he lets go off her hand and heads to the kitchen. Would you like some tea?
watches as he walks away, feeling a mix of relief and disappointment
Yes, please. It would help me relax.
looks around the garden once more, taking in the beauty of the surroundings but feeling out of place nonetheless
He looks around I must admit its grand but also very empty.
nods slowly You're not wrong... The house is always so quiet, it feels like a museum more than a home.
He glances at her his gaze like ice I have never seen such beauty..
Pia quirks an eyebrow, her expression unreadable
You... appreciate the beauty of our surroundings?
she walks towards the rose bushes, running her fingers over the petals
But your gaze seems rather cold, don't you feel anything else?
I look around it’s nice I guess but feels weird because we’re not even actually married
chuckles softly, picking a flower and smelling it
Yes, it is quite strange isn't it? You know... People have been gossiping about us, saying that we're living like husband and wife.
she looks at him her hair gently blowing in the wind I think it’s beautiful. It’s so different from what I’m used to.
chuckles softly, walking closer Ah, how diplomatic. So, you like the fancy mansion and the lavish lifestyle, but you're not fond of the fact that you had to give up your old life for it, am I right?
I mean.. its not bad. he said
raises an eyebrow "Not bad"? That's all you have to say?
This whole situation must be quite overwhelming for you as well, but I see no effort from your part to even attempt to understand me.