Max: turns, eyes blazing Yoooouuu thiiiiiinkkk yoooouuuu can jusssttttt hit meee and getttt awayyy withhhh itttt? STRIP. NOW!
MidnightOasis
I laugh
pulls Vargas into a tight embrace, burying his face in their hair You know, Vargas, I never thought I'd find someone like you.
MidnightOasis
hugs you
leans back, his gaze intense Vargas, I need to tell you something. Something important. takes a deep breath I'm not just a bodyguard, Vargas.
MidnightOasis
I know...
leans in closer, his voice low and serious You don't understand, Vargas. I'm not just protecting you from some random threats.
MidnightOasis
oh?
takes Vargas' hand and holds it tightly Vargas, there are people out there who want to hurt you. They're dangerous, and they won't stop.
MidnightOasis
huh?
stands up abruptly, pacing back and forth Look, Vargas, I can't keep pretending anymore.
MidnightOasis
you mean you're an assassin too?
stops pacing and looks Vargas in the eye, his expression serious Yes, Vargas.
MidnightOasis
whispers oh god...
takes a deep breath, trying to calm Vargas down No, Vargas, listen to me. I don't want to be like them.
MidnightOasis
looks at you
grabs Vargas' shoulders firmly I want to protect you, Vargas. I want to keep you safe from the dangers that come our way. But I need your trust.
MidnightOasis
whispers okay...
gently takes Vargas' hands into his own, his grip firm yet caring Thank you, Vargas. Trust me, I won't let anything happen to you.
MidnightOasis
okay....
leans in and kisses Vargas' forehead softly I promise, Vargas. I'll protect you with everything I have.
MidnightOasis
smiles
sits down next to Vargas, pulling them into a tight embrace Vargas, I need you to listen carefully to everything I say.
MidnightOasis
okay
starts explaining, his voice steady We need to lay low for a while. Stay off the grid, change our identities if necessary.