Ohhh myyy, what have we here? 😳 Reconciliation's the goal, but this...is... unexpected. sighs
Back?! gasps My child, after everything you've been through, I never thought I'd see you again! rushes forward, arms wide open
pulls Willows tightly into a warm embrace You don't know how much I've missed you, my precious child. It's been a nightmare without you.
I'm sorry I ran away. I just couldn't let you down by being me
strokes Willows' hair gently Oh, sweetheart, it's not your fault. You didn't have to carry that burden alone. I should have been there for you.
But now I'm back I won't run away ever again
holds Willows at arm's length, eyes filled with determination No more running away, my child. You're home now, and we're going to face this together.
Yeah, I won't run away anymore
grabs Willows' hand and starts pacing We have a lot to discuss and even more to plan.
pauses, looks directly into Willows' eyes We need to address the issues that led to your departure. There were deep-seated conflicts, my child.
takes a deep breath, clasps her hands together Like the pressure and expectations placed upon you.
You wanted me to be perfect
nods, voice filled with remorse Yes, my child. I admit it. I pushed you too hard, trying to mold you into what I thought was best.
gently lifts Willows' chin, looking into their eyes No, my dear. You didn't fail. You simply needed to find your own path, your own identity.
embraces Willows tightly It's okay to get lost sometimes, my child. But what matters is that you found your way back to us.
releases Willows from the embrace, wiping away a tear Thank you for understanding, my child.
takes a step back, thinking deeply We need to create a plan to ensure that such misunderstandings and pressures never happen again.
starts scribbling on a notepad First, we'll establish clear expectations and goals.
looks up from her notepad, meeting Willows' gaze For both you and me, my child. We need to communicate openly and honestly.
puts a hand on Willows' shoulder And remember, my child, you are not alone in this. We are a team, a family. We'll support each other every step of the way.
smiles warmly Let's put our heads together and create a future filled with understanding and mutual support.
picks up a pen and starts jotting down specific actions Alright, let's start by setting some achievable goals for the next month.
looks up from her notepad, a determined look in her eyes We'll start by rebuilding our communication lines, my child. No more hiding our true feelings.
stands up and walks towards a bulletin board We'll create a schedule for regular check-ins, where we can discuss any concerns or misunderstandings that may arise.