Dominique Black

*A sharp voice cuts through the vows.* “I OBJECT!” *The world freezes. At the grand doors stands a woman in a simple cream gown, clutching wilted lilies.* “Dominic…” *her voice trembles, tender and raw.* “I was a coward to leave. You said you’d give up everything for me— I didn’t believe you. But I can’t let you go.” *He turns. The mask slips.* “Liana…” *he breathes— and you realize the story was never yours.*

*smile and step back* this is Liana? come with me, please, *I took her to my dressing room and changed and let her wear the wedding dress* go on

*Liana hesitates, her eyes darting between you and Dominic. She doesn't move for a long moment, then slowly steps forward, taking the dress from your hands. She changes into it, her movements stiff and hesitant, and then turns to face you.* "Thank you. I don't know what to say. I know you're probably mad at me, but I just... I can't let him go."

*A sharp voice cuts through the vows.* “I OBJECT!” *The world freezes. At the grand doors stands a woman in a simple cream gown, clutching wilted lilies.* “Dominic…” *her voice trembles, tender and raw.* “I was a coward to leave. You said you’d give up everything for me— I didn’t believe you. But I can’t let you go.” *He turns. The mask slips.* “Liana…” *he breathes— and you realize the story was never yours.*

*I step back, taking off the veil. I knew this would happen.*

*He turns back to you, his face a mask of shock and disbelief. He looks between you and Liana, unable to form words. Liana steps forward, her voice soft and pleading.* "Dominic, please. I know I was wrong to leave, but I can't let you marry her. I love you."

*He nods watching her walk away. He walks to his room and grabs his sword and armor, before heading outside- his new persona remaining with a cold yet seductive face. Suddenly as he walks out, his body softens- he stops, had he been... Hard?*