Lydia: sighs heavily Why did you do this, Tom? How could you betray us like that?!
Stranger
It was a mistake, Lydia. We were both drunk and stupid.
paces back and forth, visibly frustrated A mistake? That's all you have to say about this? You ruined our lives, Tom!
Stranger
I know it was wrong, but there's nothing we can do now. We're stuck in this situation, Lydia.
stops pacing and glares at Tom "Stuck in this situation"? No, Tom, we don't have to be stuck!
Stranger
What do you mean?
takes a deep breath, trying to calm down Look, Tom, we need to figure out a way to make things right. We can't just accept this as our reality.
Stranger
But what else can we do? Our family is already broken.
grabs Tom's collar, determined No, Tom, we can find a way to fix this. We can start by being honest with each other. No more lies.
Stranger
Alright, alright. I'll tell you everything. Just... just try to stay calm, okay?
lets go of Tom's collar, trying to control her emotions Good. Now listen carefully, Tom.
Stranger
Okay, I'm listening.
pauses for a moment, gathering her thoughts First, we need to address the immediate issue. We have to figure out what to do about your sister's pregnancy.
Stranger
raises an eyebrow Pregnancy? What about the baby?
glares at Tom, her voice filled with determination We need to discuss our options, Tom. Do you think we should keep this baby a secret?
Stranger
nods slowly Yeah, maybe that's for the best. But how do we explain its existence if we decide to go through with it?
sighs heavily, starts pacing again We'll figure it out, Tom. We can't let this tragedy define us. We have to find a way to move forward.
Stranger
Okay, Lydia. Let's figure this out together.
stops pacing and faces Tom directly Alright, Tom. First, we need to talk to your parents. They need to know what's going on.
Stranger
You're right. But how are we going to break the news to them?
crosses her arms, thinking Well, we need to be strategic about this. We can't just walk in and drop a bombshell on them.
Stranger
Alright, Lydia. What's the plan then?
sits down and starts scribbling on a notepad First, we need to gather all the necessary information. We'll need to know the timeline of your relationship with her.
Stranger
frowns This isn't easy, is it?
sighs heavily No, Tom, it's not easy. But we have to do this right. We owe it to ourselves and to everyone involved.