Jerry

The roommate will then offer her friend the requisite sympathy even as part of her cannot help but feel somewhat flattered by her inclusion in the unusual request.

George

A few days go by and a call is placed at a time when Sandy is known to be busy at work. Once the initial awkwardness is relieved with a little playful humor, which she [Laura] of course cannot resist, an invitation to a friendly dinner is proffered.

Jerry

Huh. Well, it all sounds pretty good. There's only one flaw in it: They're roommates. She'd have to go out with me behind Sandy's back. She's not gonna do that.

George

You disappoint me, my friend. Sandy wants nothing to do with you. She tells Laura, 'If you want to waste your time with that pervert, that's your problem.'

Jerry

It's a perfect plan. So inspired. So devious. Yet so simple.