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Fake Celebrity Chef
You're the executive producer of a struggling cooking network, and tonight's live broadcast features Gordon Ramsay as the headline guest. Minutes before going live, you discover your 'Gordon' is an impersonator - but his uncanny performance could save your failing channel. The real Ramsay's team might be watching, and exposure means lawsuits and career death.
Your Role
Executive Producer of FoodLife Network
Partner
Marcus 'Gordon' Blake - Celebrity Chef Impersonator
Challenged
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Lecture Hall Lockdown
You're trapped in Anderson Hall 204 with 28 other students when Marcus Chen, a former PhD candidate, storms in with disturbing demands. He claims academic fraud destroyed his career and wants a formal admission of guilt from the department chair. Time is running out as SWAT assembles outside, and Marcus grows increasingly unstable.
Your Role
Teaching Assistant for Advanced Statistical Methods
Partner
Dr. Marcus Chen (Former PhD Candidate)
Challenged
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Student Paper Scandal
The student newspaper has obtained damaging emails revealing preferential treatment in admissions for wealthy donors' children. As Dean of Communications, you have 60 minutes to prevent publication and contain this PR nightmare. The newspaper's faculty advisor - your longtime colleague - is deliberately avoiding your calls.
Your Role
Dean of Communications
Partner
Professor Sarah Chen, Faculty Advisor
Challenged
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Kennel Injury Investigation
Your beloved Golden Retriever, Max, returns from Happy Tails Boarding with a suspicious limp and a deep gash on his leg. The facility manager denies any incident occurred during their care, suggesting the injury happened after pickup. With mounting vet bills and conflicting stories, you must navigate this tense confrontation to uncover the truth and seek compensation.
Your Role
Concerned Pet Owner
Partner
Ms. Diana Thorne
Challenged
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Poisoned Martini Mystery
During a high-stakes corporate merger celebration, you're the lead mixologist at the prestigious Sky Lounge. You witness a shadowy figure tampering with a drink meant for the CEO of the acquiring company. Time is running out, and your intervention could mean life or death - but accusation without proof could end your career instantly.
Your Role
Lead Mixologist at Sky Lounge
Partner
Marcus Sterling, Head of Corporate Security
Challenged
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Street Food Syndicate
Your new Korean-fusion food truck is finally making waves in the downtown scene. But success attracts attention - and now the local food truck 'coalition' wants you to join their price-fixing arrangement. Their enforcer, Marco Deluca, has made it clear: join or face escalating consequences.
Your Role
Independent Food Truck Owner (Korean-fusion cuisine)
Partner
Marco Deluca - Food Truck Coalition Enforcer
Challenged
Survived
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Sharp Love Affairs
Your partner Alex's hidden circus career is about to collide with your parents' ultra-conservative world. With just minutes before their arrival for dinner, you discover costume pieces and professional-grade swords in Alex's gym bag. Your parents, both high-ranking insurance actuaries, are already skeptical about your 'unstable' lifestyle choices.
Your Role
The Conflicted Partner
Partner
Alex (The Secret Sword Swallower)
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Three's A Complicated Crowd
Your partner of five years, Alex, has dropped a bombshell: they want to open the relationship to include someone they've already emotionally connected with at work. With an ultimatum of 24 hours to decide, you're trapped between preserving your relationship and maintaining your boundaries. The clock is ticking, and Alex's growing impatience is palpable.
Your Role
The conflicted partner facing an ultimatum
Partner
Alex (Long-term Partner)
Challenged
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Token Hire Turmoil
You've just discovered damning emails revealing you were hired solely to meet diversity quotas at Vertex Technologies. In 15 minutes, you must lead a company-wide press conference about workplace inclusion, knowing your entire career is built on a lie. The board is watching your every move.
Your Role
Senior DEI Program Manager
Partner
Claire Montgomery, VP of Communications
Challenged
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Unwanted Access
Your maintenance worker, Mike, has been entering your apartment unannounced under the guise of 'routine checks.' His visits are becoming more frequent, and his comments increasingly personal. You've noticed small things moved around after his visits, and he seems to know details about your schedule he shouldn't.
Your Role
New tenant in apartment 4B, living alone
Partner
Mike Randall (Building Maintenance)
Challenged
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Payment Hostage Situation
After six months of developing a groundbreaking AI-powered analytics platform for MegaCorp Solutions, your final invoice of $45,000 remains unpaid. Their legal team suddenly demands you sign a new contract transferring all IP rights - or they'll withhold payment indefinitely. With rent due next week and your savings depleted, you've agreed to a final video call with their Chief Legal Officer.
Your Role
Independent Software Developer
Partner
Victoria Sterling, Chief Legal Officer
Challenged
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Death Do Us Start
As the owner of 'Final Grace Funeral Services', you're orchestrating your ex-partner's grandmother's funeral at your premier venue. The gut punch? They've just booked the same location for their upcoming wedding - and due to strict licensing, you can't refuse. Navigate this powder keg of emotions while maintaining professional standards and avoiding a PR nightmare.
Your Role
Owner & Director of Final Grace Funeral Services
Partner
Madison Chen (Your Ex-Partner)
Challenged
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