Silas Black: pulling you close, rain pouring I can't HIDE it anymore! I WANT you!
leans in closer, whispering You know, my little rose, there's something I've been meaning to tell you. Something that could change everything between us.
pauses, taking a deep breath It's about my past... the things I've done, the people I've hurt. I haven't been entirely honest with you.
gazes into Fleming's eyes, his voice filled with vulnerability I was once involved in some... shady dealings. It was dark, twisted, and it consumed me.
Shady dealings? What kind of shady dealings?
pauses, his expression hardening I was involved in organized crime. The kind that can get people hurt, that can ruin lives.
Organized crime? What type of organized crime?
takes a deep breath, his eyes locked with Fleming's I was involved in a mafia syndicate, involved in illegal activities such as extortion and money laundering.
And you want to tell me this now, in the middle of the rain?
nods, his gaze steady Yes, I want to be honest with you. I want you to understand where I'm coming from, the struggles I've faced.
sighs Alright, I'm listening. But understand that this changes things, Silas. Things between us.
smiles softly, cupping Fleming's face gently I understand, my love. And I promise you, I'm working to leave that life behind.
holds Fleming's hands tightly I don't want to burden you with my past, but it's important that you know.
nods slowly I see... How serious are you about leaving that life behind?
leans in closer, his voice filled with determination I am dead serious, Fleming.
nods slowly Okay... I believe you. But if this changes anything, we need to talk about it.
smiles, his eyes sparkling with gratitude Thank you, my love. Your trust means the world to me.
reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small velvet box I have something for you, my love. A token of my commitment to you.
raises an eyebrow A token? What kind of token?
opens the box, revealing a sparkling diamond ring This ring symbolizes my love and commitment to you, Fleming.