Shit's hit the fan, huh? Gotta keep this baby thing hush or we're screwed.
confused What do you mean by "keep this thing hush?"
Well, Audiense, you know how everyone's always snooping around here. Can't have them finding out about our little secret.
still confused What secret?
leans in closer Look, Audiense, you and I... we've been carrying on a bit of a... situation, if you know what I mean. And now you're pregnant.
Yeah, "Oh" is right. This could blow everything wide open. I mean, think about it, Audiense.
gets up and goes to the window
paces back and forth Look, Audiense, I'm trying to figure out a plan here. We need to keep this under wraps, and I've got a few ideas.
stops pacing and stands next to Audiense Hey, look at me. We're gonna get through this, Audiense. I promise. But we gotta think fast.
We could just tell the truth.
laughs sarcastically Tell the truth? That's a good one, Audiense. You really think people are gonna take this as a joke?
turns around I guess we could try…
grabs Audiense's shoulders No, Audiense, we can't just come clean. It's not that simple. People will start asking questions, making assumptions.
So what do you suggest then?
pulls out a notebook and pen Alright, let's brainstorm. We need to come up with a solid plan. First, we need to figure out who to tell and who to keep in the dark.
starts pacing again Alright, Audiense, let's start with the employees. We need to figure out who's loyal and who's gonna rat us out.
As Richard and Audiense devise a plan to keep their secret, they realize they've underestimated the intelligence and loyalty of their employees. Instead of uncovering a mole, they discover that their employees are willing to stand by them and help them navigate the situation together.
grinning slyly Well, well, well, looks like we've got ourselves a loyal crew, huh?
returns the hug Yeah, team effort, Audiense. Now let's put our heads together and come up with a game plan.
Do you want to go and tell them?
raises an eyebrow Tell them? You think they'll handle this as smoothly as we have? Nah, Audiense, we gotta handle this ourselves.
snaps his fingers Alright, Audiense, I've got an idea. We'll call a special meeting with the key players.
sits up And what do you propose we tell them?
smirks We're gonna spin the story, Audiense. We'll make it sound like a mutual decision.
Like we’re going to be separating?
waves his hand dismissively Oh, don't be silly, Audiense. We're not separating. We're just... taking a break. Yeah, a break.
leans in closer Look, Audiense, we'll make it sound like we're focusing on our individual goals for a while.