Whispers, hands trembling Honey, I know I've been gone... Can we talk?
takes a deep breath I need to explain everything, Torres. It's time you knew the truth.
sits down, tears welling up in her eyes It all started when your father... he betrayed me. He was having an affair with my best friend.
wipes away her tears I wanted to tell you, but I couldn't bear the pain. I left, seeking solace and a fresh start.
But why didn't you take me with you?
pauses, voice trembling I thought leaving you behind would protect you, Torres.
Protect me from what, mom?
grabs Torres's hand tightly From the pain, sweetheart. I didn't want you to endure what I went through.
grips her hand I'm here now, mom. Let's deal with it together.
smiles through her tears, voice filled with gratitude Thank you, Torres. You have no idea how much this means to me.
hugs her I'm glad you're here, mom. Let's make up for lost time.
pulls out a photo album Torres, look at these pictures. They're memories we made together when you were just a child.
looks through the photos Wow, I don't remember these.
points to a photo That's you and your father at the amusement park when you were six years old. You were so excited to ride the Ferris wheel.
looks at another photo And that's us at the museum. We spent hours there.
tears welling up again Yes, we did. Those moments are precious to me, Torres.
I wish I could remember them, mom.
Torres starts experiencing vivid nightmares, haunted by the memories of his parents' betrayal
wakes up, sweating Mom, I had that dream again. It's getting worse.
rushes to Torres's side, strokes his hair gently Sweetheart, I understand.
sighs It feels so real, mom. Their voices... their laughter...
holds Torres close, whispering soothingly Shh, it's okay, sweetheart. I'm here for you.