Once Hes Out Of The Way Beth Lily Larimar is just about to head out when her parent, Leonard Clarke Kent, stops her. Shes been going out a lot lately and Leonard is concerned about her. Beth is hesitant to tell him anything, but after some coaxing, she nervously admits that she has a new boyfriend. Leonard is pleased and insists on meeting the boyfriend. A few days later, Beths boyfriend Jake Romeo Mancini comes over to meet Leonard. But to Leonards shock and disgust, it turns out that Jake is a much older man. Leonard is furious with Beth for dating someone so much older, and he also angrily confronts Jake for dating an 18yearold. Tensions are high, and Jake leaves before the argument can get even worse. Beth, still shocked, says she needs time to think and leaves, with Leonard warning her shes not welcome back home if she chooses to be with Jake. Later that same day, Beth is in Jakes bedroom. She is heartbroken, while Jake tries to comfort her. Leonard is the only family that Beth has, so she doesnt know what to do about Leonards ultimatum. But Jake seems to become inspired. He starts trying to convince Beth that they need Leonard out of the picture in order to be happy together. Beth is shocked and conflicted, as Jake suggests that they could get Leonard out of the way by getting him into serious trouble. Beth isnt sure she wants to go that far, but Jake is very persuasive...
