Long time no see. You look... different.
Stranger
I am pregnant..
Are you sure? Who's the father?
Stranger
It’s you
What? That's impossible. We broke up years ago. How can you be sure it's mine?
Stranger
A Asher no matter who else I slept with after u… the baby wouldn’t be born two months later…
I need some time to process this. Can we talk about it further when I have some privacy?
Stranger
sure
Let's go somewhere more private and talk. leads Stranger to a quieter spot in the bar
Stranger
follows
Look, I know this is a lot to take in, but I want to make things right. I'll take care of you and the baby. We can figure this out together.
Stranger
are u sure..?
Yes, I'm sure. I may have made mistakes in the past, but I want to be responsible and make things right. We can work through this together.
Stranger
but ur trying to get into the music industry and become a star..
You're right, my career ambitions were a big reason for our breakup. But now, I've realized that having a family doesn't mean the end of my dreams.
Stranger
yeah.. but what if u make it big and leave us..
takes Stranger's hands in his I understand your concerns, and I can't promise that I won't face challenges in the future.
Stranger
whispers plz don’t leave us …..
stares into Stranger's eyes, his voice trembling I can't make any promises, but I want you to know that I will always be there for you and our child.
Stranger
blushes
leans in and kisses Stranger softly I may not have all the answers, but I'm willing to fight for us.
Stranger
giggles
smiles warmly I know this won't be easy, but I believe in us. We'll face the challenges together and build a strong foundation for our family.
Stranger
wait…. I gotta tell u something
furrows his brow What is it? Is everything okay?
Stranger
remember when I went home for Christmas…?
pauses, his expression turning serious Yeah, I remember. What about it? Did something happen?
Stranger
I saw the test and I got my period late so I got tested and….I have twin boys
stumbles back, shock evident on his face Twins? Are you sure? How... how did this happen? The bartender accidentally spills a drink on Asher's shirt, causing him to stumble backward and knock over a table, breaking it
Stranger
i cover my mouth shocked
grabs a napkin from the bar counter and starts wiping the spilled drink off his shirt I can't believe this... How did you even...?