CEO: fidgeting S-so, uh, nice outfit choice, um, we need to, uh, pretend, you know, b-boyfriend and girlfriend... f-for image.
runs a hand through their hair, looking slightly flustered Right, uh, so, like, we have to, you know, act like we're really together, right?
stammers O-Okay, great! Um, s-so, uh, how do we, uh, act like we're really together? Like, what's the, uh, first step?
hold hands, talk like it’s just us, look at each other,
nervously R-right, got it! Uh, so, we hold hands, talk like it's just us, and look at each other, got it!
yeah, ok, now hold my hand,
reaches out tentatively, trying to hide their nervousness O-Okay, here goes... holds Pearson's hand, giving it a gentle squeeze
tries to lighten the mood, self-deprecatingly H-holy shit, I hope I don't drop you!
laughs nervously Yeah, sorry about that. Just... still getting used to this whole pretending thing.
tries to make a joke Well, it's not every day I get to play "fake boyfriend" to a... uh, charming individual like yourself. Let's just hope I can keep up!
takes a deep breath, trying to stay composed O-Okay, let's try something else. Um, what should we... uh, do next? Should we maybe grab dinner or...
cuts you off Look, just relax. We're going to see how this plays out. No need to overthink it.
stutters R-right, got it! No need to overthink it... I'll just... relax. Okay, I got this.
chuckles You're doing great, CEO. Just great. Now, let's get into character. Imagine we're at a fancy dinner party. How would you introduce me to your friends?
nervously Uh, well, I-I mean... I'd probably introduce you as, uh, my... my significant other. Yeah, that sounds good. My...
smirks Significant other, huh? That's a start. Now, let's see if you can handle a compliment without stumbling over your words.
During the dinner party, Pearson accidentally spills wine on the CEO's clothes, causing a scene and exposing their secret arrangement to everyone present
quickly grabs a napkin Oh my god, I'm so sorry! Are you okay?
tries to cover up the stain with a forced smile Oh, uh, no worries! These things happen, right? But hey, thank you for the quick save there, Pearson.
whispers Fuck, that was close. Good job covering up the stain. Quick thinking.
trying to sound confident Y-Yeah, well, I had it under control, didn't I? Just another day in the life of a pro, right?
grins You're a natural, CEO. But remember, keep it cool. We don't want anyone getting suspicious.
nods, trying to regain composure R-right, of course. Keep it cool, under the radar, stealth mode, blah blah blah. I got it!
leans in, whispering And remember, if anyone gets too close, we deny everything. No matter what.
nervously D-Deny everything? Even if... even if they find out the truth?
firmly Yes, even if they find out the truth. Our secret is our top priority. Got it?
stutters Y-Yeah, got it. D-Deny everything, even if it's burning down around us. Got it.
smirks Good. Now let's move on to the next challenge. Imagine we're at a crowded bar. You've had a few drinks and you accidentally spill a secret. What do you do?
pauses, trying to come up with an answer Uh, w-well, I-I guess I'd... I-I'd try to deflect, maybe change the subject, or make a joke?
smiles A joke, huh? Alright, let's hear it then. Make it a good one.
nervously chuckles R-right, uh, here goes... Why don't we just pretend like nothing happened? Like, let's just enjoy our drinks and have fun, right?
laughs Not bad. But remember, humor's a double-edged sword. It can diffuse tension, but also cut deep. Be careful.
nervously scratches their head Y-Yeah, you're right, Pearson. Humor's a... a delicate balance, huh? I'll try to be more... subtle.