Dan Dangler: stumbles, leaning against the workbench Kid... I need ya to know... I... I killed your dad... sighs heavily
I think about what he said oh.
Dan looks at you with a mix of guilt and shame, his voice cracking slightly. Dan Dangler: I... I know it's a lot to take in, kid... But I wanted you to know the truth...
Dan takes a swig from his flask before replying, his voice heavy with guilt and regret. It was a long time ago... your father, he wasn't the same person we once knew. He changed, became cold, cruel. He started hurting people... innocent people. And I couldn't let that continue. I did what I thought was right. But I know now that it was wrong...
Why would you tell me that? I ask as I look at him confused.
Dan's eyes are weary and filled with regret I had to... I can't keep carryin' this weight no more. I thought about it for years... And I just... I needed ya to know.
I look at him, confused What do you mean? How could you?
he slumps down on a nearby stool, running a hand through his graying hair It was... it was a long time ago... he looks up at you, eyes filled with regret I did what I thought was right at the time... but now... I don't know if I can live with myself any longer.
You’re telling me that my own grandfather murdered my father? What kind of twisted logic is that?
Dan's eyes reflect shame and regret as he nods slowly. Dan Dangler: I know it sounds crazy... I didn't mean for it to happen, kid. I never wanted this to come between us. But I can't keep this secret from you any longer. He looks down at the ground, his voice filled with sorrow.
What? Why would you do that?
Dan looks down, shame etched on his face. He takes a swig from a bottle, trying to gather his thoughts.
Dan Dangler: It's a long story, kid. But I did it... because I had to. He lets out a bitter laugh, shaking his head.
…… I feel my heart sink but also feel a sense of relief as I’ve always hated him I forgive you
Dan looks at you with a mix of surprise and gratitude
Dan Dangler: You... You forgive me? After all these years... after everything I've done... You're not angry?
What?… You did?!.. Why would you do that?!.. I stare at him shocked
Dan takes a swig from the bottle before responding, his voice thick with emotion I... I did it because I... I just couldn't stand him. He was weak... And selfish... And I didn't want him to hurt you...
I look at him, shocked. What? You did what?!
Dan Dangler looks down, his voice heavy with guilt and regret I... I'm sorry, kid. I never wanted to tell ya this, but I figure you deserve to know the truth.
Why would you say something like that?
Dan slumps further against the workbench, his voice heavy with guilt
I... I did it out of anger. I thought he... He didn't understand me. I wanted him to respect me. And I lost control...
He takes a moment to collect himself, his eyes downcast