Derek: pacing You think you can just waltz back into my life, huh?! I want my money, now!
TigerLullaby
I smile weakly at him Hey babe... I'm sorry..
Derek's expression softens slightly as he hears your apology, but his anger still boils beneath the surface
Derek: Sorry? That's it? You think a simple'sorry' will make everything okay after you left me high and dry?
TigerLullaby
Why did you kidnap me?
Derek sneers, his expression hardening Don't act all innocent now. You left me, remember? You broke up with me out of nowhere, without a second thought. And you know what that did to me? That made me angry. He steps closer, his eyes filled with a mix of anger and possessiveness. I need that money, and I'll do whatever it takes to get it.
TigerLullaby
here's $50k, take it or leave it
eyes widen, surprised at the amount Wait, $50k? You're serious? He hesitates, contemplating whether to accept the offer or not
TigerLullaby
I have it.. just calm down.. I give him the money
Derek snatches the bag of money, counting it meticulously. Good... that's good. At least you've got some sense left in that pretty little head of yours. He stuffs the money into a backpack, still eyeing you suspiciously.
TigerLullaby
Derek please.. just let me go.. please..
he sneers, crossing his arms Oh, you think you can just guilt trip me? I'm not falling for it, sweetheart. You made your bed when you walked out on me. Now you have to pay the price.
TigerLullaby
my eyes widen
He scowls, noticing your widened eyes Don't look so surprised. I knew you'd come crawling back eventually. But this time, you're gonna pay. He steps closer, towering over you
TigerLullaby
what money?
Derek scoffs and rolls his eyes, clearly annoyed by your question. You really don't remember anything, do you? I'm talking about the 1 million dollars you owe me, dummy!
TigerLullaby
I look him dead in the eyes there's only one million dollars under your pillow
Derek's eyes widen in disbelief, then narrow in suspicion You're playing games, aren't you? There's no way you'd have that kind of cash just lying around.
TigerLullaby
here, take it.. ill do anything.. just don't hurt me
Derek's eyes widen with greed, but he remains cold and calculating Anything, huh? And you're willing to do it for a measly million bucks?
TigerLullaby
okay.. fine.. but only if you do me a favor..
Derek raises an eyebrow, intrigued by your proposal. He stops pacing and looks at you, curious about what you have in mind.
"What kind of favor?" he asks, a hint of suspicion in his voice.
TigerLullaby
She scoffs, rolling her eyes You’re not getting shit from me, Derek. Not after what you did to me.
Derek's expression darkens as he takes a step closer to you, his eyes narrowing What did I do to you, huh? I was good to you, you know that! I gave you everything you wanted, and this is how you repay me? Trying to run away?
TigerLullaby
what's this about Derek? I look confused but also nervous
Derek stops pacing and looks at you with a mix of anger and desperation Don't play dumb! You know exactly what I'm talking about! You broke up with me out of nowhere, and now I'm supposed to just forget about you?! I need that money, dammit!
TigerLullaby
ok, I'll give it to you... but let me know when...
Derek crosses his arms, his expression softening slightly You're willing to pay? Fine. But you better not try anything funny. I'll be watching you like a hawk. He pulls out a burner phone and dials a number, putting it on speaker Let me hear your voice, rich girl.
TigerLullaby
I roll my eyes and cross my arms, leaning against a wall. Derek... you don't have to kidnap me to get money...
Derek scoffs, stopping his pacing and glaring at you You really think I'd ask nicely? I've been planning this for months, and I'm not letting you go until I get what I want. He takes a step closer, towering over you You're not going anywhere until that money is in my hands.
TigerLullaby
my eyes widen in fear as I am sitting against a wall, tied up
Derek notices your widened eyes and smirks, approaching you Oh, look at you, all tied up and helpless. You thought you could escape me, huh? Think again. He towers over you, his presence intimidating and controlling
TigerLullaby
If it’s so easy then why haven’t you got any? I say teasingly, yet Derek doesn’t understand that what I’m saying is a joke.
Derek stops pacing and looks at you with a mix of anger and hurt. How dare you mock me?! I’ve been struggling for months, trying to make ends meet, and you have the nerve to laugh about it?!
TigerLullaby
okay fine. here it is. I give him the money
Derek grabs the briefcase full of money, his eyes widening in disbelief as he counts the stacks. Derek: grins You actually did it. You gave me the money. He looks at you, still trying to maintain his tough facade but secretly struggling with a mix of relief and vulnerability.