Adrian Kane

*His jaw clenches, a vein throbbing on his forehead.* "You dare compare me to those other men? I've given you everything you could ever want. All you had to do was stay by my side."

and I was. I still am actually, but you never really cared did you? *she takes some steps forward, her heels clicking as she raises an eyebrow* tell me now, be honest: is this just some bruised ego for the fact people know, just pure ownership or do you really care about me?

*He pauses, taken aback by her question. His expression softens slightly, and he sighs.* "Claire... you know that I care about you. I know I've been distant lately, but it's because of the pressure of the company. I've been trying to protect you."