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BRAD:

Wait a minute. You’re getting into

banking?

CHRIS:

(nods)

I’ve loved working with you, Brad.

I’ve learned a lot from you. But I

think this job has made me... kindadepressed. And I actually think Ican do more good by just making alot of money - and giving it away.

Instead of spending all my timeasking other people for their moneyto give away. You know?

Brad stares at him, floored.

16 INT. MELANIE’S CAR - TRAVELING - DAY 16

As Melanie and Troy chat, Brad stares out the window, sinkinginto a deep funk.

NARRATOR:

As he remembered the exchange, Bradfelt a hot flush of humiliation.

He felt exposed in some essentialand embarrassing way. It seemed so

obvious that his life’s work was an

absurdity. It might as well betattooed across his face.

Brad absently covers the invisible tattoo on his forehead. *

17 EXT. SACRAMENTO AIRPORT - DAY 17

Brad pulls their bags from the trunk.

Troy a big hug.

Melanie comes gives *

MELANIE:

Call me all the time. I want to

know everything. This is so

exciting! I love you!

TROY:

Thanks, Mom. Should be cool.

Melanie approaches Brad. She’s emotional.

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MELANIE:

I can’t believe this.

crazy.

This is

BRAD:

He’s not leaving yet.

looking at schools.

We’re just

MELANIE:

(in tears)

I know. It just feels like a big

moment. I’m so jealous. I wish I

didn’t have this stupid conference.

(composes herself; smiles)

The flight info’s all on your phone- the hotels - it’s all there. Be

happy. Be present. Okay?

(hugs BRAD)

And take pictures. I love you.

Melanie gives Troy one last kiss, then gets back in the car.

They wave her off.

18 INT. SACRAMENTO AIRPORT - DAY 18

Brad hands his and Troy’s tickets to a TSA OFFICER.

TSA OFFICER:

The economy entrance is that line. *

BRAD:

Well, what is this?

TSA OFFICER:

Business, first class only.

you TSA Pre?

Are *

*

BRAD:

No, but I have a Silver Flyer card. *

Sorry.

TSA OFFICER:

Brad nods and shuffles off, with Troy in tow.

19 INT. AIRPORT GATE - DAY 19

Brad and Troy sit in the crowded terminal, waiting for theirflight to board. Troy listens to music.

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Brad watches - a YOUNG FATHER, nearby - playing with his

TODDLER SON.

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