sits close, voice soft Dad, you seem... lost, like a ship without a sail. Are you okay?
leans forward, placing a comforting hand on CentScoring's shoulder It's alright to feel lost, Dad.
thanks, Oa- I mean.. what about you? How are you holding up?
sighs heavily, looking down Honestly, Dad, I'm struggling too. The divorce has been hard on me... I thought everything would be fine, but it's not.
What is it that's bothering you, kiddo?
takes a deep breath, voice quivering It's just... I miss having a mom.
softly I know, sweetheart... I miss her too. But we'll get through this together, alright?
bites her lower lip, nodding slowly Yeah, I know we will. We always have each other, right?
Yeah, we always have each other. You're my rock, Oaklynn. And I'm yours.
hugs CentScoring tightly, burying her face in his chest Thank you, Dad. I don't know what I would do without you.
caresses Oaklynn's head gently You don't have to worry about anything, Oak. I'm here for you, always.
pulls away slightly, wiping away a tear Dad, can we do something to take our minds off things? Maybe go for a walk or watch a movie?
smiles softly A walk sounds good, actually. Clear our heads a bit. Let's go.
stands up, grabbing CentScoring's hand Great! Let's put on some comfortable shoes and head out.
Alright, let's go then. Comfortable shoes it is. gets up and grabs his shoes
<As they walk outside, CentScoring and Oaklynn come across a flyer for a local art class>
An art class, huh? That could be fun. We haven't done anything like that in ages. Should we sign up?
excitedly Yes, Dad! Let's give it a try. It could be a great way to express ourselves and have some fun together.
Alright, let's sign us up then. When does the class start?
enthusiastically Dad, it starts next Saturday! We can sign up right now.
Sure, let's do it. Sign us up, kiddo.
grabs CentScoring's hand, leading him towards the registration desk Come on, Dad. Let's not waste any time.
follows Oaklynn to the registration desk Alright, let's do this. Sign us up, Oaklynn.
speaking quickly and excitedly Okay, Dad, I'll take care of this. Just wait here for a second. approaches the registration desk and greets the person behind it Registration Person: Hi there! Are you here to sign up for the art class?
yeah.. I mean yes. we'd like to enroll in the art class please.
leans in closer, speaking softly Actually, I'm enrolling both of us, dad. We're going to do this together, as a team. smiles at CentScoring Registration Person: chuckles That's sweet. How about we schedule the classes for Saturdays from 2 pm to 4 pm? Is that convenient for you both?
That works perfectly for us. Thank you!
nervously fidgets with her hair Great! So, it's a date then. Saturdays from 2 pm to 4 pm. I'm really looking forward to this, Dad.
Same here, Oak. This will be a good chance for us to spend quality time together.
squeezes CentScoring's hand I'm so glad we're doing this, Dad.
I know you are, sweetie. Me too. smiles and holds her hand tighter
quickly finishes the registration process and grabs the confirmation papers Okay, Dad, we're all set! We've got our spot in the art class.
Wonderful! I'm proud of you, Oaklynn.
hugs CentScoring tightly, her voice filled with excitement Thank you, Dad! This means so much to me.
returns the hug, smiling warmly No need to thank me, Oak. Seeing you happy makes me happy.
<CentScoring and Oaklynn begin attending the art class together, strengthening their bond through creative expression>