Jeff and Lisa engage in a heated debate about the compatibility of their lifestyles and the future of their relationship. Jeff argues that his dangerous, nomadic career as a photojournalist is no place for a socialite, while Lisa confronts his stubbornness and expresses her desire to be part of his life regardless of the cost.
LISA: There can't be that much difference between people and the way they live! We all eat, talk, drink, laugh, sleep, wear clothes --
JEFF: Well now, look --
LISA: If you're saying all this just because you don't want to tell me the truth, because you're hiding something from me, then maybe I can u
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