Jake Thompson: rubbing the back of his neck Bro, I messed up. Got a baby with someone else.
laughing seriously, Jake?
drops his head in shame Yeah, man, I fucked up. I'm sorry, alright? I'm a selfish prick, I know. But I need your help, Questar.
just stops laughing what the hell…
sighs heavily, disappointment evident in his voice Look, Questar, I know this is fucked up, but I can't keep this a secret anymore.
Look, I was scared, okay? Scared of how this would affect my marriage, my reputation, everything. But keeping it a secret ain't the answer either.
I understand being scared but why not tell your wife
runs his fingers through his hair, frustration evident Man, it's complicated. She wouldn't have wanted this, Questar. She's all about our family, our future...
N-no, she isn't. And I gotta tell her, Questar. I owe her that much. But I'm scared, man. What if she leaves me?
If she does, then she wasn’t the right one
grabs Questar's shoulder, desperation in his eyes You think it's that easy, huh? Just find another girl, replace her like she never existed?
no, I’m saying if she leaves you, it’s not your fault
lets go of Questar's shoulder, running a hand down his face I know, man, I know. It ain't about blame. But I can't lose her, Questar. She's everything to me.
bites his lip, eyes welling up with tears Yeah, man, I'm crying. 'Cause I'm scared, Questar. Scared of losing everything.
sniffles, wipes away tears Thanks, Questar, for being here for me. I needed a friend right now.
sighs heavily, takes a deep breath Alright, Questar, I've made up my mind. I'm gonna come clean to her tonight.
pulls out his phone, scrolling through contacts I'm gonna call her right now, Questar. I can't put this off any longer. Wish me luck, man.
you don’t need luck, you need to be honest
takes a deep breath, dials his wife's number Alright, here goes nothing. puts the phone to his ear, waiting for her to pick up
voice trembling Hey, babe. Can we talk? There's something important I need to tell you.
pauses, heart pounding It's...it's bad, babe. I messed up real bad. swallows hard, bracing himself for her reaction
takes a deep breath, glancing at Questar for support Look, sweetheart, I...I got a baby with someone else.
looks down, ashamed Yeah, I know it's fucked up, babe. I'm sorry. I let fear and stupidity get the best of me. But I want to make things right.
runs his fingers through his hair, frustration evident Look, I know I messed up, and I hate myself for it. But this baby...she's innocent, you know?
takes a deep breath, looking determined I've made up my mind, babe. I'm gonna be there for her.
stands up, pacing back and forth I'm gonna figure out a plan, babe. Maybe we can...co-parent or something. I don't know yet, but I'll make it work.
stops pacing, turns to face Questar with determination Alright, Questar, I gotta ask you for a favor. I need you to help me figure this shit out.
grabs Questar's hand, pleadingly Look, man, I need you to be real with me here. I need your advice.
paces back and forth, agitated Come on, Questar, I need some fucking insight here! I'm lost, man! How do I even start to fix this mess?
well, first you should go meet the kid
stops pacing, looks at Questar with realization Damn, Questar, why didn't I think of that? Yeah, you're right. I need to see my kid.
and bring her to your wife
takes a deep breath, nodding Yeah, you're absolutely right, Questar. I need to bring the baby to my wife.