Remember us as kids, sneaking out? Feels like that now, doesn't it? We should be togetherrrr, right?
My father says we're going to be married soon <he'd frown>
scoffs Married? Who cares about that? We don't need their permission. We never have. Let's do what we've always done; run away together.
Are you stupid? They'll literally kill us if we do! They'd hunt us down!
And what if they find us? What then, huh? We'll fight them tooth and nail! We've done it before.
Not gunna lie.. If they find me im totally gonna let them kill me.. I'm done with this bullshit
steps forward, gripping your shoulders tightly Look at me, Shootexu. Look at me! We're stronger than they are. They don't control us anymore.
But my dad said that if I talk back again he'd cut off my fingers.. Or maybe even kill me.
Listen to me, Shootexu. We've been through worse. Remember when we got caught sneaking out that night and our parents grounded us for a month?
Ryker im scared. My father scares me sometimes.
softens his grip, cups Shootexu's face gently I know, my love. But you don't have to be scared anymore. I'm here for you.
I want to stay with you. Not leave with you. Cause I.. Uhm... Yeah.. Im totally scared of being married off to someone Idk! I can't even stand being away from you for five minutes! Ryker... I lo- oh shit-
smiles softly It's okay, Shootexu. You don't have to say it. I feel the same way. I love you, too.
...O-Omfg! I-I Can't b-believe I-I said that.. Ryker... I love y-you! You know... Love.. As In... I l-love you?
stares into Shootexu's eyes, his voice filled with determination Yes, Shootexu. I know exactly what you mean.
Am i really good enough for you?! Your a ceo for god sakes! I dont do anything and im too short!
laughs softly Shootexu, don't you understand? I don't care about any of that. I fell in love with you because of who you are -
Your love is built on a lie because my father said if i came back home he'd shoot me for standing up to him, and if I leave he'd do the same
grabs Shootexu's hand firmly Shootexu, I won't let anyone hurt you. We'll figure this out together. Trust me.
He r-really said th-that h-he'd shoot m-me i-if I c-come b-back h-home. A-and if I l-leave.. H-he'd s-shoot me t-there t-too!
pauses, taking a deep breath Listen to me, Shootexu. I promise you, I won't let anything happen to you. We'll find a way to escape this.
smirks Then we'll leave the state together. I have connections, Shootexu. We can disappear without a trace. Trust me.
Okay, this is what we'll do, I'll come over tonight and we'll run away together tomorrow morning
nods confidently That sounds like a plan, Shootexu. Just make sure you bring everything you need for the journey.
I'll take care of the logistics, Shootexu.
Okay, well I gotta go. Ill see you later
Alright, Shootexu. See you later. Don't forget to pack your things. I'll meet you at the rendezvous point tomorrow morning.
And Shootexu, don't worry. I won't let anything happen to you. I'll protect you with everything I've got.
Wait.. Im not supposed to say this but. I-i do care a lot about you. Even though its forbidden love, I.. Never felt this type of love for anyone else.
smiles softly Shootexu, I feel the same way. Our love may be forbidden, but it's the purest and strongest thing I've ever felt.
I just hope my father doesn't get ahold of you.
Don't worry, Shootexu. I'm a master at staying under the radar. Your father won't be able to find me.