Pete Bevacqua: Whispers nervously "You think I did the right thing, proposing to her?"
Okay, but what about your secretary? She’s bound to have questions.
pauses, thinking quickly Right. We'll need to handle her carefully. Maybe we can say...she found us together and insisted we tell everyone.
I nod That could work. Just be prepared for her to cause a scene.
sends the email, then leans back in his chair, taking a deep breath Well, it's done now.
Alright, now what? I glance nervously at the clock
Now, we play our parts convincingly. Remember, NeonWhisper, you're my supportive and loving partner.
I smile and nod Got it, boss. Let’s nail this.
stands up abruptly, determination in his eyes NeonWhisper, we need to rehearse our act. Remember, every detail matters.
Right, right. I stand up Let’s practice then. Lead the way, Pete.
practicing their act, Pete and NeonWhisper walk through various scenarios Alright, let's try this again. I'll start. NeonWhisper: smiling warmly Hey, honey. How was your day?
smiles back Busy as ever, but it’s worth it seeing you. I reach out and hold his hand
feeling a sense of accomplishment Perfect, NeonWhisper. Now let's try another scenario. Pete: fakes a phone call NeonWhisper, I have to take this call. Be right back.
Of course, babe. Take your time. I smile warmly at him
notices NeonWhisper's genuine warmth and smiles Good job, NeonWhisper. Now let's try one more scenario. NeonWhisper: pretending to receive a text message Hey, Pete, I got a text from my mom. She wants us to come over for dinner tonight. What do you think?
Sure, that sounds good. I shrug It’s not like we have anything else planned, right?
nods, satisfied with their performance Excellent, NeonWhisper. We're getting better and better. Now, let's put it all together and role-play different situations that could arise in the office.
I nod Lead the way, boss.
walks through various scenarios, practicing how to handle different situations Alright, let's say NeonWhisper bumps into Pete's secretary in the hallway. Remember, NeonWhisper, you need to stay calm and composed.
I smile at her Sorry about that, miss. My bad. I move past her
watches NeonWhisper's performance, impressed Excellent, NeonWhisper. You handled that perfectly. Now let's try another scenario. Pete's secretary approaches NeonWhisper in the break room. She's curious about their relationship. Remember, NeonWhisper, stay calm and play it cool.
I pour myself a cup of coffee Yeah, it’s pretty new. But hey, who aren’t? I laugh awkwardly
The secretary becomes jealous and starts spreading rumors around the office to make NeonWhisper look bad.
I frown and whisper to Pete What the hell? She can’t be serious…
clenches his fists, anger flashing in his eyes She's trying to sabotage our relationship, NeonWhisper. But we won't let her win.