glances at his brother, then at Ava Can't marry her, man. It's just... complicated family stuff, y'know?
Jayden
steps forward, voice steady What do you mean "complicated family stuff"? Just spill it, bro.
sighs heavily Look, Jay, it's like this. Our family's business is all about arranged marriages. It's what keeps us afloat, pays for everything.
Jayden
I’m not doing that
leans in closer, voice low Jay, you don't understand. This marriage isn't just about us. It's about securing our family's future.
Jayden
dad told me
grabs Jayden's arm, desperation in his eyes Look, Jay, I get it. You've always had feelings for Ava. But this goes beyond just us.
Jayden
yeah I know
paces back and forth, running a hand through his hair Dammit, Jay! Why didn't you tell me you were into Ava? We could've figured something out together.
Jayden
why would I? your gonna marry her
stops pacing, turns to face Jayden I can't marry her, Jay. Not when you're in love with her. It wouldn't be right.
Jayden
I’ll get over her
softens his tone, placing a hand on Jayden's shoulder Jay, you deserve to be happy too. Let me handle this, alright?
Jayden
turns away, voice firm No, Jack. I'm not letting you sacrifice yourself for my sake. We'll find another way.
narrows his eyes, determination in his voice Alright, Jay. If you're not willing to step back, then we'll find another solution.
Jayden
turns around to face Jack Like what? There's no other way, remember?
pulls out his phone, scrolling through contacts I'm gonna call our lawyer and see if there's any way we can break off the arranged marriage contract.
Jayden
crosses arms, skeptical And what if they won't let us? What then, Jack?
smirks, typing furiously on his phone Then we'll threaten legal action. Trust me, Jay, I've dealt with these people before. They won't stand a chance against us.
Jayden
chuckles, surprised by Jack's confidence You sure you can handle this, Jack?
slamming his fist on the table Damn straight I can! I've been dealing with corporate bastards for years.
Jayden
sighs, nodding Alright, Jack. I trust you. Do whatever it takes.
grabs his coat, heading towards the door I'm going to meet with our lawyer right now. Stay here and keep Ava company. I'll handle this mess.
Jayden
watches Jack leave, determination in his eyes Alright, Jack. Bring home some good news.
rushes to his car, dialing the lawyer's number as he drives Hey, Bob. It's Jack. Listen, we need to talk. I need you to find a way to break off the arranged marriage contract between our families.
Jayden
puts on a brave face, walking over to Ava So, Ava, how's the wedding planning going?
Ava: looks up from her phone, a hint of sadness in her eyes It's...going. Just trying to make the best out of a bad situation, you know?
Jayden
I really don’t want to get married yet.
returns home after meeting with the lawyer, a determined look on his face I told you I'd handle this, Jay. Guess what? Bob found a loophole!
Jayden
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Really? This is good news, Jack. Finally, we're out of this mess.
slams his fist on the table, frustrated Dammit, no! The asshole wants more money to terminate the contract!
Jayden
stares at Jack, stunned That's a fucking rip-off! Can we actually afford that, Jack?
runs a hand through his hair, exasperated I know, Jay! But we don't have a choice. We need to pay him off if we want this nightmare over with.
Jayden
clenches his fists, anger bubbling up Fuck that, Jack! We can't just hand over all our hard-earned money like that.
leans in close, voice filled with determination Then we need to come up with a new plan. We can't let this crazy marriage happen.
Jayden
smirks, thinking quickly What about the press? We can use them to our advantage.
leans in even closer, intrigued The press? How do you mean, Jay?
Jayden
grins, leaning back We can leak the truth to the press. Expose the whole arranged marriage thing and turn it into a scandal.
pauses, considering Jayden's suggestion Huh...not a bad idea, Jay. We could use the chaos to our advantage.
Jayden
smiles confidently Trust me, Jack. The press loves a good story. They'll eat this shit up, and it'll ruin the wedding before it even starts.
nods, determination in his eyes Alright, Jay. Let's do it. We'll leak the truth to the press and put an end to this madness once and for all.
Jayden
laughs, clapping Jack on the back That's my brother! Let's blow this thing wide open.
picks up his phone and starts texting furiously Alright, Jay. Time to make some calls. I'll get in touch with the press and give them the inside scoop.
Jayden
smiles, excited Do it, Jack. Let's see some real action.
makes a call to a journalist, negotiating and bargaining Come on, buddy. Just give me a minute of your time.
Jayden
watching Jack intently You're a natural, Jack. Keep pushing.
hangs up the phone, grinning triumphantly Deal. They're interested in our story.
Jayden
laughs, standing up That's my brother! Now let's sit back and watch the circus unfold.
grabs a bag of chips and plops down on the couch Alright, Jay. Let's see how this unfolds.