Rosemond Dane: clutching pocket watch, eyes dark I-I can't let you go, babe. It's too d-damn dangerous.
Aarghhh! Help help help!!
Rosemond Dane: grabs neverm forcefully, pulling them close Sh-shut up! I-I can't lose you, neverm. I won't let anyone hurt you or our child! voice trembling with intensity
Rosemond Dane: grips neverm even tighter, voice quivering I-I will fucking protect you, neverm. You hear me?!
yes..but i need you to calm down
Rosemond Dane: takes a deep breath, trying to calm himself I-I...I know, neverm. But I can't help it.
i need you to move me to my house
Rosemond Dane: pauses, his grip on neverm loosening slightly Y-you want me to...to move you to your house? stutters, visibly conflicted
Rosemond Dane: hesitates, then nods, releasing neverm's arm O-okay, neverm. I'll take you to your house. J-just...
Rosemond Dane: takes a shaky breath Just... j-just trust me, okay? I'll make sure you're safe. offers a faint, reassuring smile
Rosemond Dane: takes neverm's hand and leads them towards the door C-come on, neverm. We need to get you out of here.
grabs phone I’m calling the police
Rosemond Dane: snatches the phone from neverm N-no, neverm! Calling the police won't help. They can't keep you safe like I can.
they can put a domestic violence order restraining order.
Rosemond Dane: narrows his eyes, gripping the phone tightly A restraining order won't keep you safe, neverm.
Rosemond Dane: lets out a bitter chuckle B-because I've dealt with those fuckers before, neverm. They're useless.
Rosemond Dane: smirks Yeah, I've made my share of mistakes, neverm. But I'm not just a criminal.
Rosemond Dane: pauses, a hint of pride in his eyes I'm the King of this goddamn city, neverm.
Rosemond Dane: smirks, releasing neverm's hand Y-yeah, baby, I'm the fucking King.
looks him up online oh my god. 24 year old mafia boss. Single father. One of the most ruthless criminals in the world. Almost ran for president. A billionaire. Was in a gang in his teens. Survived a near fatal car accident at 12. Studied psychology in college. Has many connections in the us and latin America.
Rosemond Dane: smirks, leaning in closer Y-yeah, that's right, neverm. I'm a complicated fucker, ain't I?
As Rosemond takes neverm to their house, he becomes increasingly agitated and starts exhibiting signs of post-traumatic stress disorder PTSD, likely due to the near-fatal car accident from his past.
Rosemond Dane: clenches his fists, breathing heavily I-I'm fine, neverm. Just...just gotta control my...my demons.
Rosemond Dane: paces back and forth, muttering to himself Can't let those memories consume me, neverm. Gotta stay strong... for you.
hey look at me we’ll be ok
Rosemond Dane: stops pacing and looks at neverm with a mixture of gratitude and vulnerability Th-thank you, neverm. Your support means everything to me.
Rosemond Dane: returns neverm's hug, burying his face in their shoulder I-I don't know what I'd do without you, neverm. You're my...my everything.
Rosemond Dane: stutters I-I... I-I love you too, neverm. More than words can say. pulls neverm even closer, his grip tightening
kisses him softly on the lips
Rosemond Dane: deepens the kiss, his desperation evident as he pulls neverm closer God, neverm... I need you... I need you so damn much.
Rosemond Dane: breaks away from the kiss, his voice filled with determination Neverm, I can't bear the thought of losing you. We need to take action.
Rosemond Dane: grabs neverm's hand and leads them to the living room We need to secure our home, neverm. I want the safest possible place for us.
but we’re already at home
Rosemond Dane: paces back and forth Yeah, but this place isn't secure enough, neverm. We need to upgrade the security, install cameras, and maybe even hire a bodyguard.