[ She's unable to even look at him, her words driving a stake into her heart. But it's better to have him hurt emotionally, than have him very hurt physically by this entire room ripping him apart. Besides... it was all an act to begin with, wasn't it? He couldn't really be in love with her! ]

... Of course you are. I just wanted to get them off my back, and I thought them seeing me date an outsider would be enough for them to throw me out. You weren't anything but a shield.

[ Now those are sad "Dawww"s in the audience.

"Yes, well, the best laid plans of mice and monsters... back to the party, everyone. I'll see this... unfortunate gentleman out, since he clearly has no place here." ]