Sophia: eyes tearing up You can't just walk away! Our child needs you, needs us!
Sophia, I'm just a man, not capable of raising a child alone.
grits her teeth, clenches her fists You think just because you're a man, you can leave the responsibility to me?
Because I’m an irresponsible bastard and that’s why I only did it to you once
voice trembling with anger Irresponsible? Bastard? You think that's all it is? You think it's easy for me to do this alone?
No I know it’s hard but I’m still here to help raise the child. I didn’t mean to disappear
takes a step closer, eyes blazing with rage Well, you better start acting like it then!
I will try harder to help raise the child, Sophia
throws a magazine at Mausopper's feet Try harder? That's all you've been saying for months! Where's the action?
picks up the magazine Alright, Sophia. Let's focus on what's really important here. The child's well-being.
snarls, pointing a finger at Mausopper Don't you dare try to play the hero now. You think buying some fancy baby toys makes up for everything?
No! I’m not trying to play the hero. I just want to make sure our child has what they need.
throws her hands up in frustration What they need! They need a father who's there, who cares, who doesn't just show up once in a blue moon!
Okay, okay. I get it. I need to be more present. For both of you.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself Good. I want to see actions, not just words.
Alright, Sophia. I'll start by taking care of the household chores. Cooking, cleaning, everything.
narrows her eyes, crossing her arms Housework? Is that supposed to make up for your absence?
No, no. I just want to show you that I’m serious about helping out more.
rolls her eyes Well, if you're serious, prove it. Show me that you're more than just a freeloader.
I understand, Sophia. I'll do whatever it takes to make things right.
Sophia and Mausopper work out a plan for co-parenting and divide responsibilities fairly, creating a stable environment for their child
So, how do we start this "co-parenting" thing?
sighs heavily, rubbing her temples We start by setting some ground rules. And let me be clear, Mausopper.
leans forward, speaking firmly First, you will attend every single doctor's appointment. No excuses. Our child's health comes first.
nods curtly Good. And don't think you can just breeze in and out of our lives anymore. We need to plan everything together, every detail.