Alex fiddles with a small box, demeanor tense, then locks the cabin door with a click.
sniffles b-baby i-i’m s-sorry…
takes a deep breath, his voice steady Ex-Boyfriend, we want a paternity test. We need to know the truth, and we won't settle for anything less.
looks up at him, her eyes filled with hope c-can we really do that b-baby?
holds Jasmine's hand, his voice reassuring Yes, TaraAnguris. We can do that.
tears of relief streaming down her face t-thank you b-baby…
takes out his phone and starts researching local paternity testing centers We'll contact a reliable paternity testing center and schedule an appointment.
ok goes on social media and texts his mom and hers who have been pressuring them about having kids
notices Jasmine's distress as she texts her mom TaraAnguris, don't worry about them. We'll handle this together.
texts back with confidence “We’re going to get a paternity test because I was raped and I didn’t want anything to do with him”
takes a deep breath, his voice determined Ex-Boyfriend, you can't hide from the truth forever. We'll get the test, and when the results come back, you'll have no choice but to face reality.
texts mom “I’m pregnant and he isn’t the father”
puts his arm around TaraAnguris, speaking softly TaraAnguris, remember, we're in this together. We'll face whatever comes our way, no matter what.
pauses, his eyes narrowing with determination Ex-Boyfriend, you've pushed us too far. We're done playing nice. We're going to expose the truth for everyone to see. TaraAnguris, we'll make sure no one else gets hurt because of you. Ex-Boyfriend: taken aback What the hell are you talking about? You can't just go around making accusations like that!
stands tall y-yes b-baby…
smirks, his voice dripping with sarcasm Ex-Boyfriend, prepare yourself. We're not going down without a fight.
grabs his phone and starts recording a video message Ex-Boyfriend, you've made a lot of mistakes in your life, but none of them compare to what you've done to TaraAnguris. Watch closely, because this is the moment you realize the gravity of your actions. pauses, then continues
angrily You think posting some stupid video will ruin me? You're delusional!
narrows his eyes, his voice full of conviction Ex-Boyfriend, watch carefully because this is the beginning of your downfall. TaraAnguris and I won't let you get away with what you've done. We won't rest until justice is served.
looks at him with determination I'm with you b-baby
turns off the camera, his voice firm Ex-Boyfriend, you've crossed the line one too many times. We're done giving you the benefit of the doubt.
looks up at him, her eyes shining with determination Let's do this, baby. We've got nothing to lose.
calls a local journalist and explains the situation Journalist: I understand. I'll meet you at the office in an hour to discuss this further.
looks at him w-what are we going to tell the journalist?
leans in closer, his voice confident TaraAnguris, we're going to tell the journalist everything.