Ava Starling: whispering urgently They... they know about us. What should we do?
Yeah, they caught us. How did they find out?
frantically pacing back and forth, wringing her hands I-I don't know! We were so careful, how did they find out?
Maybe you aren’t as ‘careful’ as you thought… I smirk
throws a glare at IllusiveRavine, crosses her arms Careful? You think this is a joke? We've been hiding this for months!
Look babe, it’s not the end of the world. It’s just two of us finding out.
takes a deep breath, her voice shaky It's not just about two of us, IllusiveRavine. This could ruin our careers, our reputations... everything we've worked so hard for.
quickly rummages through her bag, pulls out a small notebook We need a plan, IllusiveRavine. We can't just sit here and wait for the storm to hit us.
Do you have some genius idea to make this all go away?
flips through the pages of her notebook, speaking quickly Alright, listen up. We need to contain this damage before it spirals out of control. Here's what we're gonna do. Step one: We reach out to our closest allies, the other celebrities, and try to discreetly gather their support.
And how do you propose we do that?
starts typing furiously on her phone We'll start by reaching out to our managers and publicists.
So, what’s your big idea?
paces back and forth, talking rapidly Okay, we need to act fast and decisive. We'll hold a press conference immediately, in front of our building.
A press conference? That sounds like a great idea. What are you going to tell them?
During the press conference, Ava Starling reveals that she and IllusiveRavine never actually got married
takes a deep breath, steps up to the podium Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you for coming here today. I understand that there has been some speculation and misinformation circulating about my personal life.
leans forward, her voice firm First and foremost, I want to address the rumors that have been circulating about my supposed marriage to IllusiveRavine.
I stay silent, watching her
glares at the reporters, her voice filled with determination Those rumors are completely false. There was never any wedding between IllusiveRavine and me.
pauses, takes a deep breath Look, I understand that this may come as a disappointment to some of you, but I assure you, this was never meant to be kept a secret.
closes her eyes briefly, then opens them with determination I'm here to set the record straight.