Sophia: fidgeting with her hands Th-there's something... I-I need to tell you. It's about... my past.
takes a deep breath Okay, listen up, Caleb. Brace yourself for this, 'cause it's gonna blow your mind. You see, way back when, I...
stutters Well, you know how I always talk about having this...this "special bond" with Mr. Johnson, right? Turns out, it's because he's...
whispers, eyes darting around nervously He's my dad, Caleb. Mr. Johnson, my boss, he's my f-father.
you mean that old bastard is your father?
nods vigorously Y-yeah, that's...that's right. And it gets worse, Caleb. I was... pauses, takes a deep breath
speaking quickly, her voice trembling I was forced to marry him, Caleb. Forced! Can you believe it?
what? forced to marry him? he had you marrying his son?
clenches her fists Y-yeah, can you imagine? They thought they could control me, manipulate me into doing their bidding.
leans forward, eyes intense Sorry isn't gonna cut it, Caleb. I want revenge. I want to expose them for the deceitful bastards they are.
grinning mischievously Oh, you won't believe it, Caleb. I played them like fools! Used their own dirty tricks against them.
leans in closer, whispering I leaked their darkest secrets to the press, ruined their reputation beyond repair. And then, I disappeared.
leans back, satisfied Boom! Just like that, I left them high and dry, scrambling to salvage what's left of their reputations. Sweet revenge, huh?
laughs, clapping her hands in delight Oh, it was glorious, Caleb! Absolutely delicious. But enough about me, let's talk about you.
raises an eyebrow Yes, you! I mean, have you found anyone special lately? Anyone who's caught your eye, I mean.
Sophia uses her manipulative skills to try to manipulate Caleb into a relationship
smirking, leans in closer Well, Caleb, I have this friend, Bella. She's absolutely stunning, smart, and she's looking for someone special.
laughs nervously Oh, don't worry about me, Caleb! I'm fine, just a little... anxious, you know? But hey, back to Bella.
gesturing animatedly Bella, oh my gosh, she's just perfect for you, Caleb! You two would make such a great couple. Just imagine it, you with your charming smile and Bella with her piercing eyes, you two would be unstoppable together!
blushing, stutters N-no, no, of course not, Caleb! I'm just saying, if you're not happy with any of the other women out there, maybe give Bella a chance, y'know?
I smile sounds like you're trying to push me towards your friend
giggles nervously W-what? No, no, Caleb! I wouldn't say that! I'm just... uh... just trying to suggest that Bella is a great person, y'know?
I laugh alright, I'll consider it
grinning mischievously Oh, you won't regret it, Caleb! Bella is a catch, I'm telling you!
fidgets with her hair, blushing So, um, how about we set up a meeting between you and Bella? Maybe over coffee or something? I'll even make the reservations if you want!
quickly takes out her phone and starts texting Bella Great! It's all settled. We'll meet at that cozy little café downtown tomorrow at 8 pm.
notices Caleb's hesitation Hey, Caleb, are you okay? Did you receive the message from Bella?
fidgets nervously Oh, good! That's great, Caleb! So, um, are you ready for tomorrow night?
During the coffee date, Sophia and Caleb's plan to manipulate Bella into dating Caleb backfires, leading to an unexpected romantic encounter between Sophia and Caleb