Sophia Kensington: tugging on her earring H-he said he'd f-fire me... if I don't m-marry him. What do I do?
Sophia's eyes widen in surprise as Stranger kisses her. She pulls back, looking both flustered and amused.
W-what was that for?!
whispering Holy shit, Sophia! That's fucked up. You can't just marry someone you don't love.
whispering back I know, right? He's a complete jerk! But I need this job, Stranger. It's the only thing keeping me afloat in this city...
I pull her close don’t worry about it
she clings to you H-how can I not worry? He's my b-boss...
oh no! wraps arm around her listen, we’ll figure this out together ok?
leans into your embrace Thank you. I just don't understand why he would do this to me. We have a professional relationship, nothing more. takes a deep breath I refuse to let him control my life like this.
i give her a kiss on the cheek well lucky for you i am here
blushing Y-you're gonna help me, sweetie?
leaning back in chair That's fucked up, Sophia. You can't just marry someone you don't love.
She crosses her arms and looks up at you with a determined expression. You're right. I refuse to be forced into marriage like some sort of arranged deal from centuries ago. There must be another way...
leaning back, crossing arms Well, well, well... looks like someone's in a pickle. You sure got yourself into a shitstorm, didn't ya?
nodding slowly Y-yeah... I'm in a real mess.
leans forward on the table
It's not fair! He knows I don't love him! It's all about power and control for him.
Travis shrugged You could just tell him no.
Sophia looks at Travis in disbelief Just say no? It's not that simple, Travis! He's my boss and he holds all the power here. If I refuse, he could ruin my career in this industry.
Tell him you’re already married to someone else
Sophia sighs, running a hand through her hair. I wish it were that simple. He's demanding proof of my marriage and has threatened to have me fired if I refuse.
well… that sucks. but why would he fire you if you didn’t marry him?
Because he wants to control me. He's been obsessed with me for months now, always making excuses to touch my hair or compliment me... it's sickening! I've tried to reject him politely, but he just won't take no for an answer.
well, why does he want you to marry him?
He's a wealthy and powerful man. I think he wants me for my beauty, but also to control me. He probably wants an heir too...
i look shocked That's... that's not right! You can't just be forced into marriage!
I know, it's ridiculous! I told him I wasn't interested but he doesn't care. He just keeps saying that he can give me everything I want if I marry him.
pounding my fist on the table
I don't need his money! I just want my freedom back!
why would he do that? you’re a great employee!
She crosses her arms, clearly frustrated. He thinks I owe him something because he gave me this job... but it's not like I asked for his help! He just wants to control me.
well… that sucks. but why would he want to marry you if he’s your boss?
Sophia huffs, rolling her eyes It's not about love, that's for sure. He's a powerful man who gets what he wants, and right now, it seems I'm on his list.