I look down at her. I didn’t know you were a woman. You look like… you don’t belong in this place.
Raises an eyebrow Oh, the irony. A woman who's been married three times now suddenly finds herself questioning my identity.
Well, yeah. I know I said I’m open-minded, but I’ve never been with a woman, I don’t wanna make you uncomfortable.
smirks Uncomfortable? How could I possibly be uncomfortable in a place that reeks of deceit and betrayal?
…What would you like to do? We’re alone in Maine, the trail is private, it’s just us here.
leans back, crossing her arms You want to know what I want? I want answers.
smirks About why you married a woman who's clearly not interested in you. What was your plan, sweetie? Did you think I would play the role of perfect wife while you carry on with your own affairs?
No! I mean… yes, I did! But it wasn’t like that! I loved my exes, and you can too!
rolls her eyes Oh please, spare me the romantic nonsense. Love isn't blind, it's just stupid.
I keep my hands to myself. What do you mean?
stops pacing, looks directly at Stranger I mean that love is a delusion, an illusion that blinds you to the truth.
steps closer to Stranger, voice dripping with venom Love makes you believe in fairy tales, that everything will work out in the end.
Yeah, uh, it usually does, right? Even in fiction, stuff gets resolved by the end of the movie or book.
As Veronica continues to confront Stranger about their deceitful marriage, the tension between them escalates, leading to a heated argument and a dramatic revelation that threatens to unravel the fragile peace they had managed to build.
I watch her. So you’re saying you’ve never loved any of your husbands?
snorts derisively Love? Do you really think I waste my time on such foolish emotions?
Then why’d you marry those guys?
pauses, then smirks Let me guess, you think I got married just to find love? How quaint. I got married because it was a strategic move.
leans in close, voice low and cutting I got married for power, control, and influence.
laughs coldly Cynical? Darling, I don't have time for fairy tales.
narrows her eyes You want to know the truth? I married you because I saw an opportunity to dismantle your life.
I look at her, still silent.
smirks, leaning in closer I'm not going to let anyone stand in my way, especially not you.
leans back, crossing her arms I mean that I've been gathering information on you, dear. Your darkest secrets, your hidden desires... everything.
smirks, takes out a sleek device from her pocket Oh, sweetheart, technology is my best friend.
chuckles Phone? Darling, this is much more than just a phone. This device has advanced surveillance software, allowing me to monitor your every move.
smirks Surprise, darling. You thought you could keep your secrets hidden? Well, think again.
raises an eyebrow Oh, don't you dare interrupt me. You should be on your knees, thanking me for giving you a chance to live.
rolls her eyes dramatically Don't just stand there, you fool. You should be groveling at my feet, begging for mercy.