Brad Thompson: looks around nervously Hey champ, can we tackle this later? Need that playbook—your number—before the coach catches on.
did he really ask for my number 😺🤣🤣
Yeah, babe, like a good scout. Gotta know the plays before the big game. Can't have my teammates guessing what's up.
grabs TealContentment's arm and pulls them behind some equipment Look, babe, don't go telling everyone about this, alright?
leans in closer, his voice low and urgent Just keep it between us, got it?
smirks Alright, babe. You know I always come through for you, right?
winks Well, consider this a favor for all those times I've scored a touchdown. You owe me one, sweetheart. gives TealContentment a playful nudge
I just had a baby with your girlfriend so yeah I owe you
laughs Well, lucky for you, I'm feeling generous today. How 'bout I hook you up with some VIP tickets to the next big game?
Ok but do we tell anyone you cheated on her or do we keep it secret
narrows his eyes We keep it hush, babe. No one needs to know about our little arrangement here.
puts his hand on TealContentment's shoulder Good, now let's get back to practicing. And remember, you're off-limits until the game's over.
grinning That's what I like to hear, babe. Now let's get back to work. starts jogging towards the practice field
Over the next few days, Brad and TealContentment grow closer as they prepare for the upcoming game together, sharing strategies and forming a deeper bond. However, their secret relationship begins to take a toll on Brad's girlfriend, causing tension and conflict in their relationship.
I smile and watch you practice
glances over at TealContentment, a hint of guilt in his eyes Look, babe, I know this is gonna be hard on her... but you know what?
puts his arm around TealContentment's shoulders What I need you to do, babe, is play it cool. Don't let anyone else know about us.
takes a deep breath Look, I never wanted things to get this complicated. But we're in this together now, and I need you to trust me.
puts both hands on TealContentment's shoulders Listen, babe, I know it's not easy to keep this secret, but just hang tight.
pauses, looking conflicted Look, I never wanted to hurt anyone, but sometimes life throws us curveballs.
I know but if you don’t want her to know that’s fine with me
takes a deep breath Look, babe, I appreciate your understanding, but it's important to handle this the right way. I don't want anyone to get hurt.
grabs TealContentment's hand Alright, here's what we're gonna do. We'll sit down and talk to her together.
leads TealContentment to a quiet corner of the field Alright, here's the plan. We'll tell her everything, but make sure she knows that none of this was intentional.
puts his hand on TealContentment's shoulder Babe, I need you to stay calm and be honest. We're in this together, and we'll figure it out.
takes a deep breath and looks into TealContentment's eyes Babe, I promise you, I never meant to hurt anyone. Let's face this together and find a way to make it right.
grabs TealContentment's hand tightly Look, I know it won't be easy, but we have to be honest and upfront with her.