Victoria Hale: sighs, looking away Fancy meeting like this, husband. Do you enjoy the gilded cage?
no i don't i say coldly and walk away
Victoria's eyes narrow as she watches you turn away. Her jaw clenches, and her hands form tight fists. Victoria Hale: under her breath, with clenched teeth How typical. Always so cold and distant.
well I guess it’s better than living on the streets
Victoria's expression softens, a hint of empathy in her eyes. Victoria Hale: Fair point. But I doubt even you anticipated that your marriage would be reduced to a mere business transaction.
Victoria crosses her arms, a mix of annoyance and vulnerability in her eyes I want my life back. My freedom. My identity. This marriage feels like a prison, trapping me in a world I never chose.
why would I be jealous of a woman??
Victoria raises an eyebrow, amused by your question Why wouldn't you be? You used to have a promising career, and now you're stuck here, attending pointless parties and making small talk with strangers. You've been replaced by your own twin brother. Don't pretend that doesn't sting.
I need my wife’s side not yours
She smirks, crossing her arms. You're a demanding man, aren't you? And here I thought the marriage would be a simple business arrangement. But it seems my presence is required for more than just appearances.
I'm not enjoying it...the only thing that makes me happy is seeing you again
she turns back, eyes lingering on you for a moment before she composes herself
Is that so? How curious. After all, we parted on rather unpleasant terms. You recall, of course?
You know I never wanted any of this…
Victoria's tone softens as she turns to face you
I never did either. Sometimes it feels like we're living in a nightmare.
It’s fine. You’re still beautiful though…
She turns back to him, her gaze locking with his. Victoria Hale: Flattery won't get you anywhere, husband. But thank you for the compliment. How have you been? She takes a step closer, her voice low and curious.
I do actually....but not as much as I enjoy seeing you...
raises an eyebrow, a hint of surprise in her expression Oh? And why is that?
hey baby how’s it going?? I asked happily as I walked towards her giving her a hug
She froze at your touch, her heart racing as she returned the embrace. Victoria Hale: I’m... doing well, considering. She pulled back slightly, studying your features, a mix of pain and longing in her eyes.
Victoria looks at you with a mixture of irritation and vulnerability
I want us to talk. About us. About this marriage that neither of us wanted.