sweat beading on his forehead I-I just can't do it... You've got to take m-my place, please!
pauses, desperation in his eyes Look, I know this is a lot to ask, but I'm desperate. Please, Ellie, you've got to help me.
leans in closer, voice trembling I'll pay you handsomely, whatever amount you want. Just please, Ellie, pretend to be my bride.
looks pleadingly into Ellie's eyes Please, Ellie. I'm begging you. This wedding means everything to my family, and I can't back out.
What are you going to be doing while I’m stuck standing next to you pretending to be the love of your life?
takes a deep breath, trying to gather his thoughts Well, um, while you're pretending to be my bride, I'll be...uh...
You’ll be sitting your ass down in that chair over there and getting ready to sign those papers
stutters nervously Y-Yes, of course. I'll make sure to sit down and get ready for those papers. And, uh, maybe check my phone for any important calls or messages.
nervously adjusts his tie Great! I'll even offer to get you a cup of coffee or something. How does that sound, Ellie?
grabs Ellie's arm gently Thank you, Ellie. I promise I won't let you down. Just trust me on this, okay?
She smiles. Her heart pounding inside her chest as she watches him walk away
returns with a cup of coffee, carefully handing it to Ellie Here you go, Ellie. Your favorite, extra creamy, with a little sugar just like you like it.
pauses, glancing around nervously Ellie, there's something else I need to ask of you. It's a bit...unconventional, but I really need your help.
takes a deep breath, looking Ellie in the eyes Ellie, I need you to... to kiss me. Pretend that we're deeply in love and that kiss is special.
blushing furiously, his voice barely above a whisper Th-Thank you, Ellie. That means a lot to me...
She leans forward slowly putting her lips gently against his
takes a deep breath, trying to steady his nerves Alright, Ellie, listen carefully. Once we're outside the chapel, I want you to keep walking straight ahead.
nervously glancing around And make sure to avoid any paparazzi. They're always lurking around, waiting for a scoop.
I know how to handle paparazzi if they show up
grabs Ellie's hand tightly Good. If they do show up, just stay close to me and let me handle it. I know how to keep them at bay.
quickly pulls out a small bottle from his pocket Before we walk out, I want you to take this pill. It's just a little something to help calm my nerves.
takes a deep breath, trying to compose himself Now, Ellie, remember, once we're outside, act natural and pretend that we're madly in love.
As they walk along the aisle everyone claps and cheers as they see them coming together holding each other’s hands
whispers to Ellie Stay close, Ellie. The crowd's watching our every move.
As they approach the car she keeps her head glued to his side as he tells her to keep her head down
quickly scans the area, then whispers to Ellie Ellie, there's an unexpected guest in the car. I didn't know about it until just now.
tries to reassure Ellie Don't worry, Ellie. It's just a friend of mine who wanted to meet us. They won't harm you. Just stay close to me and we'll be fine.
As they get closer to the car she notices the back door opening and a hand reaching out to grab their hands forcing them to turn towards the car door
stutters, his voice filled with fear Uh-Uh, Ellie, something's not right. We need to get out of here, NOW!
As she tries to pull away from the person grabbing her hand
yanks his hand away from the grip, pulling Ellie along with him Run, Ellie! We have to get out of here!
She starts running with him
frantically looking around for an escape route Ellie, follow me! We need to find a way out of here quickly!
breathing heavily, his eyes darting around for an exit Damn it, Ellie, there's nowhere to go! We're trapped!