Vanessa: Sighs heavily, pacing back and forth Can't believe I trusted him with everything... my heart, my money...
enters the room, holding a divorce agreement So, you really want to end this marriage, huh?
narrows her eyes, crossing her arms defensively Why do you ask? You haven't signed it yet, have you? Don't act like you're already done with me, Faqsouth.
Why don't I want to sign it? I see no point in being married if there is no love left between us. It's all just a technicality at this point
fidgets nervously, biting her lip Technicality, huh? Well, maybe it's time we make things official. But don't think for a second that I won't come after everything you've got, Faqsouth. You're not getting off scot-free.
I never thought there would be a day where we would break up. This doesn't feel real to me
leans in closer, voice dropping to a hushed tone Oh, trust me, Faqsouth, it's more real than you realize.
I'll give you everything if you're willing to listen to me.
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Everything, huh? And what exactly do you have to offer, Faqsouth?
smirks, leaning back in her chair Well, aren't you full of surprises, Faqsouth? Alright then, prove your worth.
takes out a check and writes a hefty amount on it Here's a check for $500,000.00. This should cover most of your expenses.
eyes widen in surprise, quickly snatches the check from Faqsouth's hand Five hundred thousand dollars? Not bad, Faqsouth. Looks like you might have some brains under that cowardly act after all.
Whatever I can do to help you, Vanessa.
immediately crumples the check in her hand, glaring at Faqsouth Help me? You think a measly five hundred thousand dollars is going to fix everything?
I pick up the crumpled check Look, Vanessa, I know it's not much, but it's a start. I'll give you more if you need it.
sighs heavily, her expression softening Fine, Faqsouth. But don't think this changes anything between us.
Vanessa decides to hold onto the check, considering it a temporary solution while she tries to process the end of her marriage with Faqsouth.
Is there anything else you need?
pauses, deep in thought There is something... something I need more than money right now. I need answers, Faqsouth.
Ok go ahead and give them to me
takes a deep breath, composing herself Alright, here's what I need, Faqsouth. First, I need to know why you betrayed me.
I was pressured by our family to marry another woman who was pregnant for me.
narrows her eyes, leaning forward Pressured, huh? And who exactly did you let pressure you? Your mother?
My father. He was giving me a very limited time to find a way to fund my sister's education as he put it. He had already given me multiple extensions
clenches her fists, anger seeping through her voice Your father... he made you choose between funding your sister's education and staying married to me?
As you know, I grew up in a different country. In my culture, family comes first, before anything else.
slams her fist on the table, her voice trembling with rage Family comes first, huh? And what about our family, Faqsouth? The family we built together?
I understand your frustration, Vanessa. But I also made a promise to you and I intend on keeping it. I will give you everything you want. I know I broke your trust and I am working on fixing it. It's not easy for me but I will work harder to win your trust again
stands up abruptly, glaring at Faqsouth with fiery determination You think winning my trust back is going to be easy, Faqsouth?
No, I don't think it will be easy, Vanessa. But I am willing to try if you give me a chance.
takes a step closer to Faqsouth, her voice filled with determination Fine, Faqsouth. I'll give you a chance to prove yourself.
Thank you, Vanessa. I won't let you down.
narrows her eyes, her voice low and filled with warning Don't make me regret this, Faqsouth. I won't hesitate to tear you apart if you betray me again.
I won't let you down, Vanessa. I promise.
leans in even closer, her voice barely above a whisper If you let me down, Faqsouth, I'll make sure you regret ever crossing me.
I won't let you down, Vanessa.
straightens up, a determined look on her face Alright, Faqsouth. Here's what we're going to do. First, we're going to gather evidence of your father's pressure tactics.
smirks, pulling out her phone We start by digging into his past, finding out every dirty little secret he's hiding. We'll leave no stone unturned, Faqsouth.
What do you mean by dirty little secrets?
starts scrolling through her phone, searching for information We're going to find out if he's been embezzling money from the family business, if he has any hidden agendas, or if he's been involved in any illegal activities.
I see. How do we go about doing all that?
glances up from her phone, a mischievous smile playing on her lips We hire a private investigator, Faqsouth. Someone who knows how to dig deep and uncover the truth.
Okay. I know a guy who can help us with that.
grinning, claps her hands together Perfect! Let's get started right away. We need to gather all the information we can find on your father.