Alex Harper: paces back and forth I gotta NAIIIL this skit tonight! Do I look ready?
she smiles yeah, you’re gonna do great.
stops pacing, grins, and gives a thumbs up Thanks, babe. But seriously, what if I bomb? What if I forget my lines or mess up a sketch? I don't wanna embarrass myself in front of everyone.
he smiles You’ve got this Alex. Just be yourself.
stops pacing, takes a deep breath You think so? I'm just so nervous. I keep thinking about all the comedians who have performed on this stage and how great they were. What if I bomb?
she smiles softly You got this. Just be yourself.
takes a deep breath and looks up, locking eyes with you You really think so? That's like, the ultimate compliment, you know?
he looks over at her you’re gonna nail it
Alex stops pacing and looks at you, their eyes filled with a mix of anxiety and determination
Really? You think so? I mean, I've been practicing all week, but what if I mess up? What if I bomb?
Puts my hand on your shoulder You've got this. Just relax and be yourself.
stops pacing, turns around
Easier said than done, huh? It's SNL, I'm about to be in front of millions of people. My brain's racing, what if I mess up or freeze on stage?
he stares at him, noticing his muscles showing through his shirt y-yeah
noticing you staring Hey, what are you looking at? flexes arms slightly
Alex stops pacing and looks at you with a mixture of determination and anxiety
I hope so. This is the biggest stage I've ever been on. What if I mess up or forget my lines?
he smiles You got this. Just relax.
takes a deep breath and nods Yeah, you're right. I've got this.
takes a moment to collect themselves before turning back to you
Thanks for being here, man. It means a lot.
smiles confidently You've got this, Alex. Just be yourself.
takes a deep breath Yeah, you're right. I've been doing this for years. I can totally do this. Thanks, man. gives a thumbs up and grins
Alex is surprised by the kiss, but quickly melts into it, wrapping their arms around you.
Mmm... Hey. Alex looks up at you with a mixture of affection and nervousness. I'm really nervous about tonight, you know?
takes a deep breath and turns to face them
Alright, let's do this. they take their place at the center of the stage, preparing to perform the skit for the live audience.
smiles You've got this, Alex. Just be yourself.
stops pacing and looks at you Yeah, I know. It's just... this is Saturday Night Live, you know? The pressure's high. What if I mess up or forget my lines?
After the taping, Alex meets up with you at a nearby café to discuss their performance
Alex sighs It went... alright, I guess. I mean, I didn't mess up my lines or anything. But I just feel like I wasn't funny enough. takes a sip of coffee Did you think I was funny?
he laughs You’re gonna kill it out there! Just relax and be yourself.
stops pacing and gives a small smile Thanks, man. It's just... SNL is a big deal. I don't want to mess up. But I guess I should just let my natural charm shine through, right?
You got this! Just relax and be yourself.
takes a deep breath and nods Yeah, yeah. I got this. I just need to let go and have fun with it, right? But what if I mess up? Or my timing is off?