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The play’s climax scene starts out in boyfriend Harley’s apartment with Maddie feeling like a captive with her sister, Alexis. Harley is drunk and aggressive as he blames Maddie for impeding his fun, party lifestyle. Just when it seems like Maddie and Alexis may be in physical danger, Uncle Bryson shows up at the door. He must now put aside his own fear of getting too close and fight for both Maddie and Alexis to come back to the farm with him.
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ALEXIS
Harley, we need to talk about --
HARLEY
-- I said never bother me when I’m out with my friends.
ALEXIS
But we’re here, alone.
HARLEY
That’s because you won’t stop nagging long enough for me to leave.
ALEXIS
I’m sorry.
HARLEY
Don’t do it again.
ALEXIS
I’m concerned about Maddie.
HARLEY
Go play patti-cake if you’re so concerned.
ALEXIS
It’s not
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