Alice: pacing Dude, this wedding's a trap! I can't live like this. I gotta bounce, ya feel me?!
sighs You know how it feels? How could you possibly understand?
No, i dont understand. Why would you want to leave? You're getting married today, Alice. It's a big day for you!
sighs That's the problem! I'm being forced into this marriage. My parents pushed me into it, and now I'm stuck. The wedding was supposed to be a way for my family to secure a business deal with the CEO's company. But I don't even love the guy!
alright, alright calm down Alice let's think this through
takes a deep breath Okay, okay. I'm calm. But seriously, dude, I can't live in this fake relationship forever. My ex is going to find out sooner or later, and it'll be a disaster!
so we’re just gonna leave?
nods vigorously Yeah, we gotta get outta here! This marriage thing is a total nightmare. My parents are forcing me into this, but I can't let them control my life. I need to get out and live freely, y'know?
Bounce? But where will you go, Alice? You can't just disappear.
exasperated Exactly! That's why I need your help! We have to figure out some way to get out of here without anyone knowing. Like, what do you think I'm gonna do? Just walk out the door? They'll find me in minutes!
I kiss her passionately I know what it’s like to be trapped
surprised by your sudden kiss, Alice's cheeks turn red Wait, what are you doing?!
Yeah, I do. But where will you go?
Alice: sighs No clue, man. Just need to get outta here and start fresh somewhere else. Maybe I'll go to Paris, ya know, pursue my passion for literature and stuff. What do ya think?
Travis bit his lip You want out?
nodding vigorously Yeah, dude! I can't deal with this anymore. It's suffocating. I need to break free and follow my dreams! Alice paces around the room, her frustration evident.
I look at my phone The church burned down so the wedding is off
her expression changes from one of anxiety to relief
Alice: Oh, thank God. That's amazing news. But what about my in-laws? They were so hellbent on this marriage. What are we gonna do now?
you want out huh? I stand in front of you, my face hidden
Alice stops pacing and looks at you.
Alice: Yeah, man. This is insane. I don't wanna be stuck in this arranged marriage. It's suffocating me.
What do you mean? You're marrying a guy tonight, aren't you?
I know, I know. But here's the thing...the person I'm marrying isn't a guy. It's a woman! And not just any woman, but the CEO's daughter!
y-yes ma'am what do you need me to do?
stops pacing and turns to look at you
Alright, here's the deal. I need you to help me get out of here without my husband noticing. Can you keep a secret?
So what do you want to do?
stops pacing Well, I'm thinkin' of fleeing, man! Run away from this crazy situation and find someplace where I can study in peace!
I'm a girl too, I know exactly how you feel I pull my hair up in a ponytail, revealing my short boy haircut
Alice: looks at you, surprised by your appearance Woah, you're a girl too? Damn, I thought you were a guy!