More In Depth

"You used me. You let me believe you cared for me."

"You would have preferred threats and coercion?" the antagonist replied. "I would have got what I needed from you, either way, it merely seemed kinder to do it pleasantly and with the illusion of your free choice." They studied the protagonist carefully and took a step forward. "Nothing has to change, we've made a great team."

"But it's all a lie!"

The antagonist closed the gap the rest of the way and cradled their head. "You couldn't tell the difference. You thought I loved you - does it really matter if I actually do or don't if it feels the same?"

"Of course it matters - I - stop it. Stop talking. I need to think."

"And I need to know you're not going to do something stupid if I let you do that, I would prefer this not to get violent." They stroked the protagonist's cheek. "But I need you on my side, here."

This is a writing prompt made by the-modern-typewriter on June 25, 2017. Again the first couple paragraphs are NOT mine, but the rest of the story is my ideas based off of the-modern-typewriter's prompt.