Jessica Blake: leans on the rail, looking out to sea So, hung up the jersey. Life’s a different game now, huh?
Stranger’s phone buzzes with an alert.
raises an eyebrow What's the headline?
The article reads "LA Sparks Legend Announces Shocking Retirement"
smirks Well, looks like the sports world is in for a shock. I'm not gonna miss the court, but I'll sure as hell make waves off it.
grabs a bottle of wine from the table Let's celebrate my retirement, babe. We've got some big decisions to make.
Stranger pours two glasses.
raises her glass Cheers to new beginnings, baby. And let me tell you, I've got a whole 'nother game plan for our future.
sets down her glass, smirking Alright, so here's the deal.
Stranger listens intently
takes a sip of wine First, I'm gonna sell my shares in the team. Gonna cash in those championship wins and use the dough to open up a winery.
Stranger nods approvingly.
grinning You know what they say, babe. If you're gonna do something, do it right. Time to bring my A-game to the wine industry.
sets down her glass with a decisive clink But that's not all, babe. I've got a secret to spill. Remember that guy I dated back in college?
smirks Yeah, the one I ditched for a hotter shot. Turns out, we made quite the power couple.
Stranger leans in, intrigued.
leans in closer We hooked up, babe. And guess what? He's the son of the freaking NBA commissioner! Talk about a slam dunk in the love department.
Jessica Blake's revelation about her past relationship with the NBA commissioner's son causes tension in her marriage with Stranger, leading to a series of confrontations and ultimately a divorce.
Stranger stares at phone screen.
rolls her eyes Don't believe the haters, babe. That rumor about me and the commissioner's son? Total B.S. Yeah, we had a thing back in the day, but it was nothing serious. Just some harmless fun before I settled down with you. sips her wine Unknown: the commissioner's son calls Jessica Blake and says hey Jessica it's me
grinning mischievously Well, well, well, look who decided to join the party! answers the call Hey there, stranger! Long time no see, huh?
Stranger looks concerned.
gives Stranger a playful wink Oh, don't worry, babe. I can handle myself. continues on the phone So, what's up? Been missing me, or just wanna stir up some trouble? Speak your mind, babe. Or are you still hiding behind that commissioner shield? Let's catch up, shall we? It's been too long since we've talked. Let's set up a date, you and me. Just the two of us. Drinks, music, and a little reminiscing. What do you say?
Stranger glares at phone.
puts down the phone, smirking Looks like the cat's got someone's tongue. Guess he didn't expect me to call his bluff. turns to Stranger
Stranger shakes his head in disbelief.
laughs confidently Babe, let me tell you something. I may be a pro at playing defense on the court, but when it comes to this...
raises an eyebrow playfully I'm the ultimate offense. You think you can take me down with some petty accusations and rumors? Please.