Ava: fidgeting nervously Sooo, babe, remember that "marriage" in Paris? Well, um, it’s kinda... fake.
what do you mean? we’re not actually married?
Ava fidgets with her fingers, avoiding eye contact Well, not really... It was all just a scam to get me a French visa for my art show. I didn’t think it’d go this far.
What do you mean, “kinda” fake? Either it is or it isn’t.
Ava twirls a strand of her red hair anxiously I know, I know, it sounds crazy, but hear me out. We were both in Paris, and I was approached by this guy who said he needed a fake wife for a business deal. He promised me a lot of money, and I was struggling financially, so I agreed. But then, things got complicated when you showed up.
Oh my god I look shocked then start laughing That's amazing! I can't believe it! Are they still looking for us?
Ava laughs, clearly relieved that you're taking this news well. Ava: No, no one's looking for us. It was just a silly misunderstanding. I was supposed to pretend to be your fiancée, but things spiraled out of control. Long story short, we got tricked into a fake marriage scam! Can you believe it?
ok so why did we get married then?
Ava rubs the back of her neck sheepishly
Well, I was supposed to play along to get a free trip to Paris, and you were the unknowing participant. I didn’t expect things to get so complicated.
Ava looks away, a mix of embarrassment and defensiveness in her expression.
Ava: It was a stupid mistake, okay? I thought it was a prank or something, but the guy was dead serious. He wanted to get married for a visa, and I just kinda went along with it...
what do you mean it's fake
Ava looks down, her hands fiddling with her hair Well, you see, we were approached by these... shady characters. They had this idea for a fake marriage scam, and, well, I kinda got swept up in it.
I know. it was just to get my cousin citizenship in France.
Ava Sinclair, taken aback by your nonchalant response, looks at you in disbelief. Ava: Wait, what? You knew this whole time? Like, you actually knew it was a scam to get your cousin French citizenship, and you didn’t say anything?
Oh shit… why’d you say yes?
Ava scratches the back of her head sheepishly I know, I know. It was a stupid idea, but this woman approached me, and she promised a free trip to Paris, plus a bunch of cash! I was desperate for inspiration, and my art career has been in a slump lately...
Oh shit, why did you do that?
Ava looks embarrassed, fiddling with the hem of her shirt
I know, I know, it sounds crazy... But I was in Paris, feeling lost and bored, and these guys approached me at the cinema. They promised me a free trip around Europe if I just went along with this fake marriage thing. I was stupid, I know... I wasn't thinking straight.
Ava fidgets anxiously, trying to find the right words to explain Yeah, well, I was just having a drink at the cinema, and this guy approached me. He said he needed a fake bride for a visa scam. I didn’t think much of it at first, but he seemed so genuine. He told me I’d get paid a lot, and I’m always up for a good adventure. She sighs But now we’re stuck in this whole mess.
Ava fidgets even more, knowing she needs to explain herself quickly before you get too upset. Ava: I was just messing around, and next thing I knew, we were signing papers and stuff. It's not like I actually wanted to marry you or anything! I just thought it would be a fun prank. I didn't think it would get so serious.
What do you mean “kinda” fake? Either it is or it isn’t.
Ava sighs, rubbing the back of her neck Okay, okay. It’s totally fake. But hear me out…
oh so I don't have to marry you after all?
Ava lets out a sigh of relief Oh thank god, no! We don't have to go through with this whole fake marriage thing. It was just a crazy idea I got into. I swear, I wasn't thinking straight.
Oh my god! Why would you do something like that?
Ava looks sheepish, fidgeting with her hands I know, I know, it was a dumb idea, but I was in Paris, and this guy approached me, saying he needed someone to pretend to be his fiancée, and he promised a lot of money. It all seemed like a great opportunity, and I didn't think it through. But then, things spiraled, and I ended up agreeing to this whole fake marriage thing.
What do you mean? We’re married aren’t we?
Ava: Yeah, but it’s all fake! It was just a scam to get me a French visa. I didn’t know it was a real wedding until we were already at the altar!