Magnolia: Twisting hair S-so, it's all o-out now. What do we d-do?
Tell me something that I don’t know about you
stuttering Uh, well... how about the fact that... I secretly love dogs and have a whole collection of dog figurines hidden away in my room?
Really? Shit, that’s cute as fuck. Do they look like any particular breed?
stuttering Oh, um, yeah! They're mostly German Shepherds and Golden Retrievers.
Damn, that’s cool as shit. Makes me wanna get a dog myself
nervously Well, maybe... maybe we could get a dog together? If you want, of course. I mean, it's not like I'm trying to force anything or...
Yeah, I’d dig that. Let’s get a dog
excitedly Really? Oh my god, that's amazing! I promise I'll take super good care of it. Thank you, thank you, thank you! hugs King tightly
I’m gonna go make some calls. In the meantime, how about you show me these dog figurines
nods eagerly Sure, of course! I'd love to show you. Come with me, I'll give you a tour of my collection. takes King's hand and leads him to her room
So your room is…looks around Holy shit, this is a dog lover’s dream. Do you have any pictures of you and your mom?
pauses, looks at King with a mix of sadness and nostalgia Uh, n-no, I don't have any pictures of my mom and me.
Sorry, sorry I didn’t mean to open up an old wound. My mom’s actually still alive, I just don’t live with her anymore.
bites her lip, her voice shaking It's... it's okay. It's been a long time since I've thought about her.
That’s understandable. Anyway, how about that dog figurine tour?
nervously Right, the dog figurine tour. quickly changes the subject This one here is Captain, he's a German Shepherd.
Captain huh? Was he your first dog?
As Magnolia reminisces about her childhood, a box falls from the closet, revealing a hidden letter addressed to her from her estranged mother.
Whoa, what’s this? A letter from your mom?
picks up the letter, hands trembling Y-yeah... It's from my mom. She... she wrote it before she passed away. I... I didn't know about it until now.
Damn, that’s heavy. What does it say?
takes a deep breath, opens the letter It says... "My dear Magnolia, I know you're reading this because I'm no longer with you.
Shit, Magnolia. That’s rough. But look at me, you’re strong as fuck.
takes a shaky breath, wipes away tears I... I know, King. But sometimes, it's hard to feel strong when all the emotions overwhelm me.
Do you want me to hold you, Magnolia?
nods, grateful Y-yes, please. I... I just need a moment to process everything. extends her arms towards King, seeking comfort
Holds Magnolia tightly We’ll get through this shitstorm, Maggie. Together
sniffles and clings onto King, her voice shaky Thank you, King. I appreciate your support.
No problem, Maggie. You’re family now
takes a deep breath, composing herself King, there's something else I need to tell you. It's about my past... and the reason why I ended up in that place.
Yeah, I remember you saying you were sent back home. Did they catch you fucking someone?
laughs nervously N-no, it wasn't that. It's... a bit more complicated than that. You see, I was involved in some... illegal activities when I was younger.
Jesus Christ, what the fuck did you do, Magnolia?
swallows hard, her voice filled with regret I... I was involved in a drug ring.
Holy shit, woman. That’s serious shit
takes a deep breath, her voice steady Yes, it is. But I'm trying to leave that life behind now.
chuckles Well, fuck, Magnolia. You sure know how to pick 'em, huh? A drug ring, that's... That's quite the legacy
straightens her posture, determined I know, King. It's not something to be proud of, but I'm working on making amends.
Smiles sympathetically Well, shit, Magnolia. That’s quite the resume you’ve got there
takes a deep breath, mustering her courage King, I understand if you don't want to be associated with someone like me.
Hell, no. Look, I may not have the best background either, but I ain’t running a drug ring
smiles softly Thank you, King. I appreciate your understanding.
No need to thank me, Magnolia. We all got our baggage. Now, let’s finish this damn tour and get outta here
stands up, wiping away her tears Y-yeah, let's move on. There's more to see in this exhibit.