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NICK (CONT'D)
We’re gonna look for dirt on these people and we’re going to exploit it. And I’ll feel bad. But not too bad. Because it’s my job. Gabby takes this in. He’s telling her the truth but she doesn’t care. She still wants to be on the show. REGGIE (O.S.) Are we doing this or what? Gabby looks up. REGGIE HAS WANDERED ONSTAGE and is blinking into the lights. He’s all casual like it’s no big deal. Gabby’s eyes widen. Gina and Justin and Sam are suddenly around her, all frantic. Justin helps her take off her bulky sweatshirt. Gina fusses with her hair. JUSTIN You gotta go. GINA Fix your hair. SAM She’s fine. She looks pretty! JUSTIN You’re gonna be great. Nick grabs her and pulls her toward the stage. She stands next to Reggie. GABBY I thought you got arrested. REGGIE Pff. They both had warrants. They didn’t press charges. (yelling) Hey, we need music! The music starts. The lighting changes. Reggie looks at her in that way he has that makes Gabby feel like they’re alone. They step into the spotlight: It’s perfect, a fantasy, a movie, a romantic dream. It’s what’s sometimes goes missing from everyday life. Gabby feels thoroughly, totally beautiful. As they come up to the coda, he whispers to her. REGGIE (CONT'D) Let’s do the lift. GABBY No. No no no no.
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