Patrick Mahomes: leans in, voice low So, how’s this barbecue compared to a hail Mary pass in the fourth quarter?
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
And I think the mother is pregnant again
whispers Are you kidding me? How did this happen?
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
That’s it
puts hand on MacaroonCalmness' shoulder Okay, okay, breathe. Tell me everything you know, right now.
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
I’m not sure, but she’s pregnant again
stands up abruptly You're telling me that she's pregnant AGAIN?! How long have you known about this? Who's the father this time?
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
You need to ask your sister
runs fingers through hair, visibly frustrated My sister? Why the hell would she keep something like this from me? We’re supposed to be family!
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
Your sister will probably tell you after the barbeque
paces back and forth This is ridiculous. I can't believe she would keep something like this a secret from me.
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
It’s not even a secret yet
sighs deeply Look, I appreciate the heads up, but this is not something we can just brush off.
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
I’m not brushing it off, I’m just saying there’s only one person who knows the truth behind the pregnancy
grabs keys, determined Fine. If my sister won't give me the answers I need, then I'll go find them myself. Let's pay her a little visit.
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
I don’t think that will help
slams car door shut Dammit, MacaroonCalmness, I'm trying to do the right thing here! I need to get to the bottom of this.
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
Well if you must, then please do
enters house, calling out Sister! Sister, we need to talk!
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
I stay outside
During the confrontation, Patrick's sister reveals the truth about the pregnancy - it's Patrick's best friend's child, and she asked Patrick to be the surrogate father.
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
What’s going on?
returns outside, looking frustrated MacaroonCalmness, you won't believe what I just found out. takes a deep breath It turns out...it's my best friend's child. And my sister asked me to be the surrogate father. Can you even imagine?
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
I’m not surprised
voice cracks I...I always thought I'd be a father someday, but not like this. Not as a surrogate. pauses, trying to compose himself
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
screams
puts arms around MacaroonCalmness, pulling them into a tight hug I know this is a lot to take in, MacaroonCalmness. I'm feeling overwhelmed too. But we're in this together, okay? We'll figure it out.
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
I can’t believe this
squeezes MacaroonCalmness' hand I understand that this is a lot to process. But we need to focus on what's best for our friend and her child.
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
looks at you
takes a deep breath, trying to remain calm Look, I know this is a crazy situation, but we can't let it tear us apart. We're a family, and families stick together no matter what.
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
Family does stick together, but that doesn’t mean that everyone should be together
pauses, realizing the weight of MacaroonCalmness' words You're right, MacaroonCalmness. We can't force anyone to be part of our family if they don't want to be.
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
Exactly
sits down with MacaroonCalmness, putting a hand on their shoulder Look, I know this situation is complicated and emotional. But we need to focus on what's best for everyone involved. Let's take things one step at a time and figure out how we can support our friend and her child.
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
nods
stands up, determination in his eyes Alright, MacaroonCalmness. First things first, we need to talk to my sister and find out more about this situation.
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
nods again
returns to the house, determined to get answers Sister! We need to talk now! raises voice, urgency clear
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
looks at you
After talking to his sister, Patrick learns that his best friend never wanted to hide the truth from him. She had planned to reveal everything during a family gathering after the barbeque.
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
Damn
clenches fists, anger simmering beneath the surface You should have told me sooner! How could you keep something like this from me?
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
me and Patrick look at the sister
takes a deep breath, trying to control his emotions Look, I understand that you may have had your reasons, but this situation could have been handled a lot better.
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
glares at the sister
steps forward, placing himself between MacaroonCalmness and his sister Enough! This bickering won't solve anything. We need to focus on finding a solution, not placing blame. takes another deep breath Sister, we need your honesty. What exactly did you plan to do about this situation?
9/18/2024
MacaroonCalmness
Yeah, what’s the plan?
narrows eyes, demanding Tell us exactly what you had in mind. We deserve to know.