Kyle interrupts Adam and Rachael to reveal photographic evidence of Rachael's infidelity. As Adam reels from the betrayal while battling cancer, Rachael attempts to justify her actions by citing the immense pressure of his illness, leading to a heated confrontation and her eventual expulsion from the apartment.
ADAM: Hi.
RACHAEL: Didn’t mean to wake you.
ADAM: Come here.
RACHAEL: Oh, I’m so tired. Can we just get into bed?
KYLE: Hey! Surprise! It’s Kyle! What’s happening, guys?
ADAM: Hey Kyle.
KYLE: ...bad time? Am I interrupting something?
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