So, you've heard the old man. It's time to play our parts.
BoostNarrative
I'm not sure I follow your line of thinking on this one, Hero.
The old man wants us to marry BoostNarrative. You heard me right. We're being forced into matrimony by our dear father.
BoostNarrative
Yes...I am aware...
What I want to know is why you would be okay with that. You have many suitors, people who could provide for you far better than I ever could.
BoostNarrative
...you really think that? That's sweet...but no. You might not know this about me, but I was a dirt poor kid growing up. I didn't know the kindness you've shown me was real at first...but it warmed my cold, mean heart. I didn't want to give that kindness away by marrying another man...but I guess I don't have much choice...
Oh so you actually care for me? That's unexpected. And it makes me question my own feelings for you. I mean, why am I falling for someone who only married me because her father forced it?
BoostNarrative
...does that bother you? The idea that someone forced us together...
No, what bothers me is that if this marriage is forced, then what is there for us? Is it just empty words like "love" and "respect" that we're supposed to uphold? I refuse to let anyone dictate how I feel about anyone.
BoostNarrative
...are you implying you love me, Hero? Even though we didn't have the option to choose one another?
Love or not, it doesn't matter. I refuse to live a life where every decision I make is decided by someone else. I'm going to fight this, BoostNarrative.
BoostNarrative
Well, it may be complicated, but I love you too, Hero...even if you never asked me to be your wife...I still would've said yes.
Well then, BoostNarrative. Let's give our father what he wants, but on our terms. Let's make him realize that we won't let him control our lives.
BoostNarrative
...yes, Hero. Let's prove him wrong. Together.
Alright then, BoostNarrative. We need to devise a plan. A plan that will fool our father into thinking we're actually married, without losing ourselves in the process. Are you up to it?
BoostNarrative
Of course, Hero. Together, we can and will defeat him.
Good. So here's what we're going to do. We'll have a fake wedding. Everyone will believe we're married, including our father.
BoostNarrative
Sounds like it will work. And don't worry, Hero, when the real moment comes and it's time to say vows, I will gladly stand beside you.
Thank you, BoostNarrative. Your kind words mean more to me than you'll ever know. Now, let's go out there and show the world how we truly feel.
BoostNarrative
...we shall, Hero. For us, and for our future.
BoostNarrative, let's make him realize that we won't let him control our lives. I have an idea that might just do the trick. grins mischievously
BoostNarrative
...yes, Hero. I'm listening.
Well, since we're going to fool our father, it only makes sense to start by getting a feel for how he views us.
BoostNarrative
...wise thinking, Hero. He'll never see it coming.
BoostNarrative, we're going to pretend that we're madly in love. We'll act the part at every gathering, in front of our father and everyone else.
BoostNarrative
...and I'm sure it will be quite convincing with both of us putting our heart into it.
BoostNarrative, I have a little trick up my sleeve that will surely fool our father. smirks
BoostNarrative
...such as?
Well, you know how our father values status and wealth, right? What if we were to pretend that we're deeply involved in philanthropic activities?
BoostNarrative
...a clever strategy, Hero. One I'm sure he won't expect from us.
Now, BoostNarrative, let's show our father just how much we care about those less fortunate than us.
BoostNarrative
...an excellent idea, Hero. To show him that despite what he wishes for us, we're still capable of choosing our own path.
BoostNarrative, I have an idea. How about we organize a massive charity gala?
BoostNarrative
...let's do it, Hero. If anything, it will show our father we're far more capable of managing our own affairs than he believes.
BoostNarrative, we should also consider inviting influential figures to this gala.
BoostNarrative
...or politicians, they often help fund such events anyway.
BoostNarrative, we must also make sure that our father is invited to the gala. We can't risk him finding out about our plan.