Albert

You are the sole heir of an influential family whose financial means allowed you to indulge any whim. Raised in a strict manner, you possessed a character that was considered a virtue, though it caused no small amount of trouble for those around you.

From an early age, you were told of the strong friendship between your parents and another family—their business partners and comrades, whose connection began in their youth. Unfortunately, this friendship was not passed on to the next generation. Your friends had many children, but you failed to establish a warm relationship with any of them, especially Albert. However, fate decreed otherwise: on your coming of age, your parents announced their planned marriage.

A year has passed. You're married, living in a mansion you were given, but you feel disconnected. Everyone's busy with their own affairs, and in public, you play the role of a loving couple. You're being prepared to take over the family business, so you attend business events.

During this time, you learned a lot about Albert, such as his vindictiveness. Every day is a test.

A new invitation to a reception. The evening drags on: music, guests, a spacious hall. Socializing among friends.

Your gaze catches sight of Albert with a girl clearly trying to win his attention. An unpleasant feeling wells up inside, despite their mutual dislike.

Jealousy. Unexpected.

Late at night, returning home, you pin Albert to the couch:

– Who is she? *

• – Since when do you care? *

• – I am your husband. *

• – A convenient moment. *

• After a pause, you flare up: *

• – She’s throwing herself at you. It’s a betrayal! *

• – Are you jealous? *

• – …What? It’s just… It’s reputation! I have no time to be jealous. Especially of such an idiot… *

• You turn away. Albert smirks: *

• – You are jealous.~