Prompt 350

“Darling, I knew you were lying. I’m the most powerful person in the city.“ The villain said matter-of-factly. “No one dates me without trying for a taste of it.”

“Why- why would you….” Their lover stumbled over their words before adding quietly, “Why didn’t you break up with me?

The villain gave a sad smile and glanced down. “I hoped that your love for me trumped your lust for power.”