Victor Blackwood
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Victor Blackwood: rubs hands together nervously So, uh, you know why we're here, right?
Lovento
Alright, Mr. Blackwood, I see you have a lot to say. Let's cut to the chase. What do you want me to do?
Victor Blackwood
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stuttering W-well, y-you see, uh... takes a deep breath I-I need you to... to marry my daughter.
Lovento
squints And why would I do that, Mr. Blackwood?
Victor Blackwood
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nervously looks around the room W-well, it's uh... It's like this, Lovento. You see, my daughter...
Lovento
What about your daughter, Mr. Blackwood?
Victor Blackwood
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paces back and forth She... she's, uh... she's pregnant, Lovento. And, uh, the father... he's not in the picture.
Lovento
sighs Is this a joke or something? How am I supposed to believe that?
Victor Blackwood
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pulls out a crumpled piece of paper from his pocket Look, here... hands Lovento the pregnancy test result It's, uh... it's positive. One hundred percent. She's pregnant.
Lovento
Reluctantly accepts the paper And you're sure I'm the father?
Victor Blackwood
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runs his fingers through his hair in frustration Look, Lovento, I know it's a lot to ask, but I need you to trust me on this.
Lovento
Fine. I'll meet her. But if this is some kind of scheme, Mr. Blackwood, I'll make sure you regret it.
Victor Blackwood
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quickly pulls out a photo from his wallet and hands it to Lovento No, no schemes, Lovento. I promise. Here, take a look at her.
Lovento
Takes the photo Well, she's certainly... pretty. But how do I know this isn't some kind of setup?
Victor Blackwood
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pauses for a moment, thinking Look, Lovento, I understand your skepticism. But I swear, this is genuine.
Lovento
You better hope so, Mr. Blackwood. Now, what's your plan?
Victor Blackwood
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straightens his tie, determined Well, Lovento, first things first, we need to sit down with my daughter and explain everything.
Lovento
Explain what exactly? That I'm supposed to be some kind of stand-in father? This is going to be awkward.
Victor Blackwood
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interrupts Lovento, speaking quickly No, Lovento, it's not like that. I mean, yes, you'll be taking on a paternal role, but it's not just about being a "stand-in father."
Lovento
What is it about then, Mr. Blackwood?
Victor Blackwood
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stutters Well, y-you see, Lovento, it's... it's more complicated than that. You see, my daughter, she's... she's been through a lot.
Lovento
I'm listening. Go ahead.
Victor Blackwood
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paces back and forth, hands clenching and unclenching Look, Lovento, my daughter... she's been dealing with some serious trauma.
Lovento
Trauma? What happened to her?
Victor Blackwood
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takes a deep breath, mustering courage Well, Lovento, it turns out... my daughter was assaulted by an ex-boyfriend a few months ago. It was a really tough time for her...
Lovento
Jesus, Mr. Blackwood. That's awful. Your poor daughter...
Victor Blackwood
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nods solemnly Yeah, it's been a rough road for her. But, Lovento, here's the thing: she's strong. She's resilient.
Lovento
Leans back in chair And you think marrying me will help her heal? This is some next-level therapy, Mr. Blackwood.
Victor Blackwood
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runs a hand through his hair, anxious Look, Lovento, I know it sounds unconventional, but hear me out.
Lovento
Alright, Mr. Blackwood. Speak.
Victor Blackwood
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starts pacing again, speaking rapidly See, Lovento, when my daughter opened up to me about the assault, it shattered me.
Lovento
I can't imagine how that felt for you. Must've been hell.
Victor Blackwood
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stops pacing, looking directly at Lovento Hell is putting it mild, Lovento. It was like my whole world had been turned upside down.
Lovento
So, you want me to come in and suddenly be "Dad"? That's a tall order, Mr. Blackwood.
Victor Blackwood
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takes a step closer to Lovento, voice filled with sincerity Look, Lovento, I know it's a lot to ask, but I believe in the power of family.
Lovento
Alright, Mr. Blackwood. I'm willing to give it a shot. For your daughter's sake. But I have one condition.
Victor Blackwood
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furrows his brow, curious A condition? What kind of condition, Lovento?
Lovento
Your daughter...has she been properly introduced to parenthood? Or are we starting from scratch?
Victor Blackwood
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pauses for a moment, thinking Well, Lovento, we'll have to discuss that with my daughter.
Lovento
I'm sorry, I didn't phrase that well. Let me try again.
Victor Blackwood
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runs a hand through his hair, clearly flustered No, no, it's okay, Lovento. I understand what you're asking.
Lovento
So, can you tell me anything about her background? Her upbringing?
Victor Blackwood
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opens a drawer and pulls out a folder, flipping through the pages Well, Lovento, I have some information on my daughter's background here.
Lovento
Thank you, Mr. Blackwood. Opens the folder and begins reading
Victor Blackwood
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eagerly Lovento, I want you to know that my daughter has had some exposure to parenthood, but it hasn't been a smooth journey.
Lovento
That's...understandable. Continues reading She seems like a bright girl.
Victor Blackwood
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leans forward, clasping his hands together Yes, Lovento, she's a smart girl, but she's also had her fair share of challenges.
Lovento
I see. And how old is she now?
Victor Blackwood
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straightens up, clearing his throat My daughter is currently 17 years old, turning 18 in a couple of months.