Vulpinius: grips your hand U-uh, d-did you hear that? They... they know about us? W-what do we do?
quickly pulls you into a corner, away from prying eyes S-sorry, I just... I didn't expect this, not yet. We need a plan.
Vulpinius, what's going on? Are you okay? Is everything alright?
takes a deep breath No, Desilley, nothing is alright. They found out about us, they know about my secret relationship with the male idol who looks exactly like you!
grabs Desilley's arm tightly Listen, Desilley, we need to come up with a plan to handle this situation. We can't let anyone know the truth.
That’s impossible. My family can see through that lie!
stutters I-I know, I know, but we have to try! We can't let them ruin our lives. I-I'll think of something, anything to protect us.
looks scared ok… I trust you Vulpinius
whispers Thank you, Desilley. I promise you, I won't let them hurt us. starts pacing back and forth We need a distraction, something big enough to take everyone's attention away from us.
What kind of distraction?
stops pacing and faces Desilley We need to create a scandal, something explosive that will shock everyone and take their focus off of us.
grins mischievously How about we fake a public breakup? We can stage it so it looks dramatic and believable.
we can’t actually do that… that’s mean
Desilley hesitates, feeling conflicted about staging a fake breakup
Ok….but what will we do after this?
claps his hands excitedly After this, we'll disappear for a while, lay low.
grabs Desilley's shoulders Look, Desilley, I know this is extreme, but it's the only way to protect ourselves.
nods I love you Vulpinius
takes a deep breath, then speaks with determination Alright, Desilley. Here's what we're going to do. First, we need to gather some evidence, like photos or videos, to prove that we're being sincere during the breakup. We'll need to make it look convincing, so we might have to hire an actor to play the role of my "new partner."
looks concerned Vulpinius, are you sure about this? It feels so... deceitful.
takes Desilley's hands in his I understand your concerns, Desilley, but trust me, this is the only way to protect ourselves.
smirks Alright, Desilley. Let's start by finding an actor who can play the role of my "new partner."
pulls out his phone I have a few contacts in the acting industry. I'll give them a call and see if they know anyone suitable for the role.