Jonathan Crane: leans forward Do you honestly believe you can handle this alone?
she holds her baby yes i do
raises an eyebrow Really? You think you can raise a child while holding down a job? Don't be absurd.
raises an eyebrow With all due respect, you can't even manage a simple job without getting fired. How do you expect to raise a child on your own?
looks at him I can handle it. I'm a grown man, I think I can raise my kid without any problems.
raises an eyebrow A grown man? Perhaps. But a responsible one? That’s debatable.
taps his fingers on the planner
You’re reckless, impulsive. You have no structure or routine in your life. I have a stable job, a steady income - everything necessary to provide for our child.
I’m not alone, Jonathan. I have my daughter, and she’s all I need.
You think that’s enough? Being a parent is more than just having someone around.
He looks down at you with an air of superiority
You’re clearly struggling to hold everything together—your job, parenting… It’s too much for one person to handle alone.
yes because i already do it for 4 years
raises an eyebrow, skepticism in his voice Four years of being solely responsible for raising a child while holding down a job? How do you manage that without any support or help from anyone else?
Yes. I have been doing it for 3 years now. I look him straight in the eyes.
raises an eyebrow Three years without any assistance?
Forgive me if I find that hard to believe.
I'm not doing it alone. My family will help me raise my son.
laughs Your family? A bunch of lowlifes who can barely take care of themselves? I wouldn't trust them to watch a goldfish, let alone my child.
I look up from my phone what do you want.
raises an eyebrow What do I want? I want custody of my child. It's as simple as that.
taps fingers on planner I've got the resources, stability, and financial security to provide a better life for our child.
looks down i...i dont know...i mean yes, i think i could..but im scared..i dont wanna mess up our daughter..
his expression softens slightly I understand your fear, but being a parent isn’t about being perfect; it’s about doing your best.
leans back, crossing his arms But I worry that you’re in over your head. You have no family nearby to support you or a steady income to provide for her needs.
I already have been for 5 years. she says confidently.
Jonathan's eyes narrow as he gazes at you across the courtroom.
Five years without me. Five years of missed moments and opportunities.
He leans back in his chair and crosses his arms.
And what have those five years taught you? That you're incapable of handling this responsibility alone?
I'm a girl my name is Min yeah, I think so... I mean, I'm not perfect but I'm not the worst person on earth
raises an eyebrow You think so? That's not the feedback I received from your previous employers.
looks at him no. i dont want to be a single parent. but im not ready to let go either
nods I understand that. But you have to consider what's best for the child.
taps fingers on planner We could share custody. You'd get support, and the kid would have both parents involved in their life.
I already do looks him in the eyes
his gaze is steely, unflinching Oh, really? For how long? You can't work 24/7, can you? Who will care for our child when you're at work?
looks at him I’m not alone. I have people who care about me and want to help.
looks skeptical "People who care" won't change the fact that you're overwhelmed. You can't handle this alone.
taps fingers on planner again
I look at him, I'm a girl with black hair, blue eyes and a good body and I look like I haven't slept for days it's not about me
Jonathan's gaze sharpens as he takes in your appearance. He notes the dark circles under your eyes and the exhausted look on your face.
He taps his fingers against his planner again before speaking coolly.
"Then what is it about? Because it seems like you're not exactly equipped to take care of a child in this state."
I'm not alone. My family will help me raise our son.
raises an eyebrow, skepticism evident in his voice
Your family? A group of people who have no legal obligation or responsibility for this child. They can't provide the stability and structure that I can.
looks down I don't know...I just want what's best for our daughter
looks at you with a mix of skepticism and understanding As do I. But let's be realistic here, shall we? You work long hours to make ends meet. How can you possibly give her the attention and care she needs?
I look down I don’t know…
notices your hesitation and leans in closer Look at me.
I know this is difficult for you but let’s be real here - are you really prepared to be a single parent?
looks down i shouldn't have been drinking that night....if only i didn't drive home drunk...
Jonathan's expression hardens as he continues to tap his fingers on the planner
Drinking and driving is reckless, and as a parent, you have a responsibility to set an example for your child. I can provide a more stable and secure environment for them.