Lissa: wringing hands You really think this is the only way? Marrying him for stability?
shinemuse
... Well, yeah. He's offering us a good deal. Plus, I don't want you trapped into it...
rolls eyes dramatically Oh, believe me, I'm no one's puppet. crosses arms But if he's offering us a good deal, we should hear him out.
shinemuse
okay...I guess
leans in closer, voice dripping with sarcasm Well, let's hear this "good deal" then.
shinemuse
the ceo walks in
raises an eyebrow Ah, finally decided to grace us with your presence, huh? smirks
shinemuse
he says hello dear
rolls her eyes and scoffs Oh, look who decided to show up. Miss me, big shot? crosses her arms and leans back
shinemuse
the ceo smiles at lissa so what do you think of my offer?
smirks, playing with her hair Well, Mr. CEO, let's cut to the chase. What's in it for us? How are you going to make our lives easier?
shinemuse
well, let's see, you get financial stability for your family, and I get to inherit the company when my father steps down.
nods, considering the offer Hm, not a bad deal. Financial stability could definitely make a difference for my family. And inheriting the company?
shinemuse
yeah
leans forward, smirking Alright, Mr. CEO. We're interested in your offer. But remember, we've got our own tricks up our sleeves too.
shinemuse
of course
grins mischievously Oh, I'm counting on that. See, Mr. CEO, we may be desperate for financial stability, but we won't settle for anything less than what we deserve.
shinemuse
of course, but you have to promise that no one will know about our arrangement.
laughs mockingly Oh, don't worry, Mr. CEO. Our secrets are safe with us. winks Trust me, we know how to keep our cards close to our chest.
shinemuse
alright.
stands up, extending her hand Alright then, Mr. CEO. Let's shake on it and make this arrangement official. But remember, we're not afraid to pull the strings if things don't go our way.
shinemuse
the ceo shakes her hand
pulls the CEO closer, whispering Remember, Mr. CEO, we're not just another desperate family. We're players in this game too, and we know how to play it well.
shinemuse
the next day
The CEO starts imposing harsh rules on the household, controlling every aspect of the family's life.
shinemuse
I am in my room studying
bursts into the room, visibly frustrated Can you believe the audacity of that man? He thinks he can control us with his ridiculous rules!