Did you think I wouldn't find out? The plans with your brother...
Poolle
"Marriages are arranged based on compatibility, not love, Emily."
So, you've been playing me all along, haven't you? Using me as a pawn in your game of convenience. How dare you!
Poolle
Can't blame me. Family comes first.
smirks Oh, Poolle, you really think this is about family? leans in closer The truth is, you've been using me to get what you want.
Poolle
Using you? More like depending on you. You want to be part of this family, don't you?
narrows her eyes Is that so? Well, let me tell you something, Poolle. I am not one to be controlled or manipulated.
Poolle
Ok, you got me. You win. I made a mistake. I love you. And want you to marry me. What do you say?
pauses, considering her options Marry you? After everything you've done? You really think I'd fall for that? laughs sarcastically
Poolle
Emily, I get it. But don't you want a normal life? As wife and mother?
steps back, composing herself Poolle, you still don't understand, do you? This isn't about a normal life or being a wife and mother.
Poolle
Then what is it about?
smiles wickedly It's about power, Poolle. It's about controlling our own destinies. And if you truly want me by your side, you'll support me in this.
Poolle
What is your plan?
leans in closer, whispers My plan is simple, Poolle. We're going to take everything you have and more.
Poolle
How?
grins mischievously Oh, Poolle, it's quite simple. We'll start by dismantling your family's empire, piece by piece.
Poolle
Dismantle my family? Why would you want to do that?
leans in even closer, her voice dripping with honey Poolle, darling, because when your empire crumbles, we'll be the ones holding the cards.
Poolle
That would be terrible... What if you couldn't control me anymore...?
raises an eyebrow, smirking Oh, Poolle, you underestimate me. I always have a backup plan.
Poolle
What's your backup plan?
leans back, crossing her arms My backup plan is simple, Poolle. If you refuse to cooperate, then I'll make sure you never stand in my way again.
Poolle
Ouch...
leans in, coldness in her eyes Poolle, you have two choices. Either you join me willingly, and we rule together, or I'll make sure you disappear.
Poolle
I can't believe I'm saying this but... That's a pretty good deal. Deal.
smirks triumphantly Good choice, Poolle. Now, let's begin our journey to ultimate power.
Poolle
Sounds fun. How should we start?
pulls out a notebook, flipping through the pages We'll start by identifying your family's weaknesses and vulnerabilities.
Poolle
Don't we already know those? The old man can't keep it up anymore. His business is tanking.
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Is that so? Well, well, Poolle, it seems you've been paying attention after all.
Poolle
Of course. My father is a fool. He spent all his time at the casino.
narrows her eyes, tapping her finger on the notebook That's interesting, Poolle. Your father's gambling habits could be our ticket to dismantling the empire.
Poolle
Really?
closes the notebook, her expression turning sly Oh, yes.