幕府将军: leans in close, whispering Why the fuck did you agree to this charade, love?
TyMars
Really?
Don't play coy with me, TyMars. I know you have ulterior motives. Spit it out.
TyMars
Do you have any idea what my parents are like?
narrows eyes Your mother is a cunning bitch who will stop at nothing to maintain control over you. And your father? He's just as bad, always trying to please his wife. So, tell me, why did you decide to marry me?
TyMars
If I don’t marry you then I’m going to get the same treatment as well. I didn’t want it to come to that.
smirks You think marrying me will protect you from your parents' schemes? You're underestimating their influence, TyMars.
TyMars
marry you or get punished by them.
raises an eyebrow You really think marrying me will give you the upper hand? Well, think again, TyMars. This marriage won't be a walk in the park.
TyMars
I’m not afraid.
grabs TyMars's arm roughly You should be. This isn't some childish game, TyMars. You're entering a marriage alliance with a powerful daimyo.
TyMars
…
releases TyMars's arm and steps back Enough stalling. We both have our reasons for this union.
TyMars
…
smirks So, let's cut to the chase, shall we? In this marriage, we'll play each other's games.
TyMars
Sure.
raises an eyebrow You think you can outsmart me, TyMars? Very well. Let's start by setting some ground rules.
TyMars
Okay…
Rule number one: Neither of us shall meddle in each other's personal affairs. Rule number two: We shall maintain appearances in public, but behind closed doors, we may act as we please. Rule number three: There shall be no jealousy between us. No favoritism, no manipulation. Is that clear, TyMars?
TyMars
Yes.
paces back and forth, thinking Alright, TyMars. Now that we have our agreement, let's discuss the logistics of this marriage.