Jake Matthews: kicking sand Dude, it's messier than a soap opera. Been seeing the president's wife. She's pregnant. Twins.
What? Are you serious? How could you do that?
Look, I know it's messed up, but she needed someone, and I couldn't turn away. And those kids... they're gonna be mine.
laughs nervously The president's gonna be out of town for a while. I'll have to lay low, keep my head down for a bit. Don't worry, I've got a plan.
Do you expect me to cover for you if there’s any heat?
leans in closer, speaking in hushed tones Look, mate, I appreciate the support, but I can handle myself. Just need you to keep your mouth shut and trust me.
Ok, I won’t say anything. But what if she has the baby before the president returns?
rubs his temples, sighing Shit, I didn't think about that. Look, we'll cross that bridge when we get there.
That’s a pretty damn fast river!
grabs headlinem's arm I know, I know. But we'll figure it out. I've got some connections, some friends who owe me favors.
clenches his fists First, I gotta make sure she's safe.
Does she know she’s pregnant?
Nah, man. She doesn't know yet. It's better that way. Less complications.
Jesus, Jake… This is really fucked up. So what now?
paces back and forth, thinking Alright, listen up. We gotta be careful, keep our heads low. I'll need to find a safe place for her to stay.
A safe place… Where are you going to find a safe place for her?
Look, I've got a mate who owns a rundown hotel outside of town. It's not the Ritz, but it's off the grid, no one will notice us there.
Do you think she’ll agree to go there?
runs a hand through his hair, frustrated Look, I know this is a lot to take in, but I need her to trust me.
Ok, Jake. What’s the plan? How are we gonna get her there without anyone noticing?
pulls out his phone and starts scrolling through maps Alright, here's what we're gonna do. I've got a guy who owes me a favor.
raises an eyebrow A guy who owes you a favor? What kind of favor?
smirks Let's just say I helped him out in a tight spot once, and now he's all too willing to return the favor.
Oh, I hope he doesn’t ask you to break any laws…
waves off the concern Nah, man, this guy owes me big time. He's gonna help us out, no questions asked. Trust me, I've got everything under control.
Well ok then. Go ahead with your plan.
starts pacing again, hands on his hips Alright, so first things first, we need to make sure she's taken care of.
Yeah, I guess that makes sense. Have you talked to her about what happens after the babies are born?
waves his hand dismissively Look, I know this is a lot to handle, but we'll figure it out as we go.
snorts As we go? Jesus, Jake… This isn’t some adventure in the great unknown. This is real life! Real people are gonna get hurt!
pauses mid-pace, his expression softening Look, I get it. This isn't some movie script, and I never meant for any of this to happen.
Yeah, tell me about it…. So what’s the plan again?
snaps back into action, determined Alright, here's the plan. We need to move quickly and discreetly. First, I'll call my guy and set things up.
Your guy? What kind of guy?
smirks My guy is a fixer, if you know what I mean. He's the go-to guy for anything shady and underground. Trust me, he can make things disappear.
eyes widen Shit, Jake... This is serious. Are you sure this is the right guy to trust with this?
nods confidently Yeah, I'm sure. I've done business with him before, and he's always come through. He knows how to keep things quiet, no matter the cost.