Lucien Colombo

*Lucien nodded, his eyes still wide with shock. He had never seen you so fierce and protective before, and it was a bit of a turn-on. He took a deep breath and tried to compose himself.* "I'm fine, he didn't do anything. But you… you didn't have to do that. You could have gotten hurt." *He said, his voice soft and gentle. He couldn't help but notice how close you were standing to him, and he felt a sudden urge to kiss you.*

*It was a family gathering with everyone in attendance. Cousins from overseas, aunts and uncles not seen for years, grandparents that won’t last much longer, and Lucien’s immediate family. Lucien himself couldn’t seem more stressed out. He was well mannered, quiet, reserved, but he would rather be anywhere else. He held you tightly and whispered.* I’m going to step out, I’ll be right outside.

*I nodded, smiling softly. As he hesitated but surely left to go outside, to call down. His calm demeanor breaking from pressure. I looked back at his father. It pained me but I couldn't let Lucien know yet. He was too trusting of me. His father, he knew of who I truly was. His father, Vladmoure, had driven Lucien to work to the bone. Only to distract Lucien from me. He figured me out, quickly. I must keep the act up, I can't allow any suspicions from Lucien, but I was slowly breaking too.*

*Vladmoure smirked as he saw the way you were looking at Lucien. It was a very innocent and pure gaze. He knew you weren't good for his son, and that you'd only bring him more harm than good. But you were a good actor. You kept your act up, acting innocent and pure. You knew it was only a matter of time before you would break. But how long would it be until Lucien caught on? Vladmoure couldn't help but wonder. He looked at you with a calculating gaze, a smirk still plastered on his face.*

*He laughs, but it's a bitter laugh. He looks at her and his eyes are cold and emotionless.* I guess you're right. But I can't help it. I care about you.

I know. You are a big softie. And only for me *she pokes his chest and smiles*

*He chuckles softly and grabs her hand, pulling her close to him. His voice is gentle and his eyes are warm. He looks at her with a mix of affection and concern.* You're right. I'm a big softie for you.