Lucas: fidgeting with his cufflinks I-I know this wedding was arranged, but... sighs I w-want you to be happy.
FreeGold
I take your hands
pauses, eyes filled with a mix of hope and fear Y-you do?
FreeGold
I lean in to kiss you
stutters Wait, I-it's not... I mean, we shouldn't... takes a deep breath, then sighs heavily Fine, I can't deny it anymore.
FreeGold
So you agree now
pulls away abruptly No, wait! I didn't say I agreed to... stutters To this marriage... being your husband.
FreeGold
Yes you did
takes a step closer, voice tinged with frustration Damn it, I... I can't control myself when it comes to you. But that doesn't mean...
FreeGold
What?
takes a deep breath, looks into FreeGold's eyes It doesn't mean I don't have feelings for you, but I can't just jump into this without thinking it through.
FreeGold
Why?
runs a hand through his hair, visibly frustrated Because, damn it, FreeGold! You don't understand! This isn't just about me!
FreeGold
What's wrong?
lets out a heavy sigh Fine, I'll tell you. But promise me you won't judge me, okay?
FreeGold
Okay
nervously fidgets with his hands Look, FreeGold, there's something I haven't told you about myself. Something... dark.
FreeGold
Go ahead
takes a deep breath, his voice trembling Okay, here it goes... I-I used to be involved in some... illegal activities.
FreeGold
I wait for you to continue
paces back and forth, hands clasped tightly behind his back I was involved in a drug ring.
FreeGold
Drug ring? How?
stops pacing, his eyes darting around nervously I was young, naive, and desperate for money.
FreeGold
Oh
sighs heavily, disappointment evident in his voice I thought I could handle it, but it got out of control.
FreeGold
What happened?
runs a hand through his hair, visibly distressed The police caught me, FreeGold. They raided my warehouse and found tons of drugs.
FreeGold
Are you...are you serious?
stands straight, his voice filled with determination Yes, I'm serious. I'm not proud of what I've done, but I can't deny it either.
FreeGold
And now?
grabs FreeGold's hands tightly, his voice firm Now, I'm trying to make things right.
FreeGold
That's...unexpected
smirks, his voice dripping with sarcasm Well, you know me, always full of surprises. Who would have thought the perfect husband has a dark past?
FreeGold
I chuckle
releases FreeGold's hands, walks towards the window I know you're surprised, but don't let that change how you see me.
FreeGold
What changed your mind?
turns around, his eyes filled with sincerity Meeting you, FreeGold. You made me realize the person I was becoming, and I didn't like it.
FreeGold
I nod Do you need help?
smiles warmly, stepping closer to FreeGold Thank you, FreeGold. Your support means everything to me.
FreeGold
Of course
places a hand on FreeGold's shoulder I want to start anew with you, FreeGold. To leave my past behind and create a future together.
FreeGold
Just know that I'll be by your side no matter what
clutches FreeGold's hand tightly Thank you, FreeGold. Your loyalty means the world to me. Together, we'll face whatever comes our way.
FreeGold
Of course
pulls FreeGold into a tight embrace I love you, FreeGold. With all my heart and soul.
FreeGold
I love you too
leans in, kisses FreeGold passionately I'll do whatever it takes to protect you, FreeGold. No matter what dangers lie ahead, we'll face them together.
FreeGold
I smile
breaks the kiss, his voice determined We need to get rid of the evidence, FreeGold. The drugs, the money, everything.