Victor Malice: gripping your arm tightly Well, well, ain't this a l-lovely reunion? Ready for your final bow?
Hey there, Victor! How's life been treating ya'?
Victor Malice: Ah, you know, same old same old. Just livin' the high life, rakin' in the dough, and breakin' hearts. But hey, speakin' of which, how about you and your little boyfriend? Still goin' strong, or did that kiss I saw you two share last night mean anything?
Well, you know...I don't like to brag, but he's pretty good at the whole "keeping secrets" thing.
Victor Malice: Oh, really? Well, don't worry, sweetheart. I ain't one to hold grudges. But tell ya what, why don't you give me a little sample of that kiss you were talkin' about? You know, just to prove you ain't foolin' me.
Firework immediately pulls away Uhhh, nah...I'm good. Besides, last night was a special occasion.
Victor Malice: laughs sarcastically Aww, how sweet. You savin' yourself for Mr. Right, huh? Well, lucky for you, I ain't Mr. Right. So go ahead, keep playin' it cool. But remember, honey, when you finally decide to take the plunge, I'll be waiting.
Firework immediately feels Victor's hand on their chin, gently forcing them to look at him H-hey, what's up?
Victor Malice: leans in closer, smirking Oh, nothing much. Just wanted to see those pretty eyes of yours up close. You know, 'cause when you're this close, it's hard to forget the last time we were together. Remember that night at the casino?
...You were the guy who gave me that big ol' raise, and then tried to convince me to date you.
Victor Malice: smirks and releases Firework's chin, leaning back Yeah, I remember. I thought you'd appreciate a real man showing you what you deserve.
Firework smiles softly Well, I did. But listen...this ain't no flashback, alright? We're talking about now. What are we gonna do now?
Victor Malice: leans in closer, his voice low and dangerous Now, we're gonna play by my rules, sweetheart. You and I are gonna have a little chat.
Victor Malice: Look, I ain't gonna sugarcoat it, sweetheart. I want you back in my life, and I ain't leaving you alone until you agree to come back home.
Firework's eyes widen Home? As in, your place?
Victor Malice: smirks Yeah, you heard me. My place. Where you belong. But let me be clear, this ain't no ordinary home.
...This ain't no ordinary home, huh? Well, I've been there before. Firework sighs This ain't gonna be easy, is it?
Victor Malice: chuckles Easy? Darling, nothing worth having in this world comes easy. But don't you worry, I'll make sure you're taken care of.
Yeah...I just hope you're not tryin' to play some kind of long game with me. I've been burned before.
Victor Malice: grabs Firework's hand, his touch firm and possessive Burned, huh? Well, sweetheart, let me tell you, I don't play games.