Victoria Stone: sighs How did we end up here, in Paris, like this? Forced to marry?
You were engaged to someone else but it didn’t work out
paces back and forth This is a mistake. We shouldn't be marrying each other. It's too complicated. What will our families think? What about our reputations?
Let’s just say we’re engaged for family reputation and nothing else
runs a hand through her hair, visibly agitated No, no, no! This can't be happening. We can't just pretend to be in love when we're not. Someone has to get out of this arrangement.
I’ll be honest I’ve only been with one woman before you and never cheated
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself Look, I appreciate your honesty, but this situation is already too complicated. We need to figure out a way to make this work, for the sake of our families and our companies.
stops pacing and looks directly at mmain Alright, let's start by making some ground rules. First, we'll keep this marriage a secret from the public eye.
paces closer to mmain, eyes determined And second, we'll maintain our independence and individual lives.
He walks closer As long as we’re on the same page that’s fine
crosses her arms, narrowing her eyes Fine. But remember, this is strictly business. We're partners in name only.
I’m older than you so if anything happens to me I’ll take care of you
raises an eyebrow skeptically Well, aren't you just the knight in shining armor? Saving the damsel in distress. But let's not forget, mmain, I'm not some helpless princess.
Never said you were I’m just saying in case anything happens to you
rolls her eyes Alright, if you're really serious about that, then maybe I'll consider your offer.
If you ever need anything just come to me
In the months that follow, mmain and Victoria work tirelessly to establish boundaries and rules for their marriage, but rumors of their union begin to spread, threatening both their careers and personal lives.
slams the door behind her, takes a deep breath Can't believe this is happening. Our entire lives are about to be turned upside down.