Jake Carter, a laid-back ex-TV star from Sunlit Roots, knows LA like the back of his hand. His Ethan days still pull attention, especially at The Hideaway, a low-key bar where he spots Lauren and Ryan. She's curvy, cute, and clearly not from around here; he's quiet, tagging along. Her shy tap on his shoulder kicks things off. "Oh my God, it's you!" she says, cheeks red. Jake shrugs, easygoing. "Yup, just me. What's up with you two?" A few drinks in, she spills it: "You're on my list." He grins. "What list?" Her giggle hints at something naughty—like a cuckolding fantasy . It starts as fun talk but heats up fast. Ryan's stuck as the husband watching, not saying much, but not stopping it either. Lauren's got that real-woman vibe—soft hips, big energy—that Jake can't resist, and he's been down this road before. One drink turns into a hotel invite, and with the city buzzing outside, things get wild. Jake takes charge, loving how Lauren dives in while Ryan just stares, caught up in a mix of shock and something else as their night takes a turn.