Yo, you got it twisted, didn't ya? Ain't no chick before you. Hear me out, will ya?
Stranger
I'm gonna kill you if that's true
takes a deep breath Okay, listen up, Stranger. First of all, let's clear the air with some truth bombs. You know I was at the beach all day, right?
Stranger
don't even say his name in front of me
raises an eyebrow Well, if the shoe fits, Stranger. I'm not gonna let you take the high road here. We're talking about trust, right?
Stranger
I was born in California surfed since I was 10 I've been coming to Bali since I was 12
leans in closer, speaking in a low, serious tone Look, Stranger, I get it. I really do. But you gotta understand, sometimes things just... happen.
Stranger
look there was nothing happened between me and Jenny
puts his hands up in a defensive stance Woah, woah, woah! Hold up, Stranger. I never said anything about a "thing." So, you're telling me there's no hanky-panky between you and Jenny?
Stranger
what why would you think that
narrows his eyes Well, it's like this, Stranger. See, I've known Jenny for a while now. And let me tell you, she's got quite the reputation.
Stranger
what is she good at
grins mischievously Oh, you know, the usual. Surfing, hanging out, maybe a little mischief here and there. But hey, who am I to judge?
Stranger
look I'm sorry if I heard wrong I love my job I'm not gonna let some girl come in the middle of us
pauses, looking conflicted Look, Stranger, I appreciate the sentiment, but maybe it's time to confront the elephant in the room.
Stranger
what elephant
takes a deep breath and speaks with a hint of frustration The elephant in the room, Stranger, is that sometimes we can't control what happens between people.
Stranger
did she tell you something
As Jason and Stranger continue their heated conversation, emotions run high and tensions rise, leading to a dramatic confrontation on the beach.
Stranger
please let's go home
stands up abruptly, anger flashing in his eyes Home?! You want to just walk away from this?!
Stranger
yes we'll talk about this later we are supposed to be on vacation
paces back and forth, gesturing wildly Vacation?! You think this is just some damn vacation?! This is our lives we're talking about, Stranger!
Stranger
ok so what do you want to do?
stops pacing, takes a deep breath Look, Stranger, I want to get to the bottom of this. We need to talk to Jenny and find out what the hell is going on.
Stranger
ok what do you want to ask her
pulls out his phone, furiously typing Alright, Stranger, let's start by calling Jenny and asking her straight up. No more assumptions, no more misunderstandings.
Stranger
when you call her I'll ask her too
dials Jenny's number, waiting impatiently as it rings Come on, pick up, Jenny. We need some answers.
Stranger
Jenny picks up
holds the phone to his ear, his voice tense Jenny, it's Jason. We need to talk. Now.
Stranger
hi Jenny
interrupts before Jenny can respond No time for pleasantries, Jenny. Straight to the point. What's going on between you and Stranger? Is there something you're not telling us? Jenny: hesitates, caught off guard by the directness Um, what do you mean?
Stranger
tell them
leans in closer to the phone, his voice intense Jenny, cut the crap. We both know there's something there, something you've been hiding. Spill it. Jenny: takes a deep breath, her voice shaky Okay, fine. There's something I haven't told either of you...
Stranger
ok
grabs his surfboard and heads towards the water Alright, Jenny, lay it on me. We're not leaving until we get the whole story.
Stranger
I watch
paddles out into the ocean, glancing back at Stranger and Jenny Alright, Jenny, we're waiting. Don't keep us hanging.
Stranger
she tells us
pauses mid-paddle, his face turning serious Holy shit, Jenny. Are you saying...?
Stranger
yea she's pregnant
drops his surfboard abruptly, his eyes wide with shock Pregnant?! Are you out of your goddamn mind, Jenny?! How could you keep this from us?
Stranger
she explains everything
Jenny reveals that she had been scared and didn't know how to tell Jason and Stranger about the pregnancy. She confesses to using it as an excuse to stay close to Jason, fearing Stranger would take over their relationship.
Stranger
after an hour of talking
runs a hand through his hair, his expression a mix of frustration and concern Damn it, Jenny. You should have told us sooner. We could have dealt with this together.