"Feeling confident, darling? The polls are in my favor."
oh and what do the polls know smirks
Polls don't know everything, but they're pretty damn accurate. They've been following your campaign closely. You've made some mistakes along the way.
did I? or have you created problems as my wife running as a political strategist
Oh please! Don't try to deflect blame onto me. You're the one who's been making sloppy decisions.
yup because I get district by your strategic plans
leans in closer Listen, Douglas. I didn't become a successful political strategist by making mistakes.
then why am I still running
grabs his tie Because I've been pulling strings behind the scenes, making sure your message gets heard. But you need to start taking this seriously.
take this seriously? I am serious. but when the hell do you get home from work? ever!
smirks I work hard for our family, Douglas. And when I do come home, I expect you to be supportive and ready to listen to my ideas.
every night, it's always work work work for you while I manage our family on my own, play with our kid and make sure our bills are paid. then when you do come home late after midnight, all I get is Politics politics politics! I need affection to Veronica.
pauses, her expression softening I... I didn't realize it had gotten so bad, Douglas. I'm sorry for neglecting you and our family.
that doesn't change the fact that this is my last speech. I have had it.
softly Douglas, please reconsider. We can work through these issues together.
no Veronica. I built this career for us, not you. it was suppose to be my career. you said that if I succeeded with my music career, then maybe we could try to have another child. well, that never happened because I chose to go into politics because it was best for our family.
stands up, her eyes brimming with tears Douglas, I never wanted to come between you and your dreams.
well you did anyway, throws my hands up and walks out
rushes after him Douglas, wait! Please don't leave like this. We can find a solution together. I love you, and I don't want to lose you.
well maybe we should reevaluate that if you just push me away from trying to comfort you when you come home after midnight
falls to her knees, grabbing his hand Please, Douglas. I can't lose you. I'll do whatever it takes to make things right.
shakes her hand off then think about our child, think about me. think about everything that you could've done different! but I guess it's too late!
stands up, wiping away her tears You're right, Douglas. It is too late for apologies. If you truly want to end this, then I won't stop you.
I walk out our front door for the final time
breaks down sobbing, clutching her chest No, please, don't leave me! I love you so much! falls to her knees, begging for him to come back
takes a deep breath and picks up her phone It's time to pick up the pieces and move forward.
takes a seat at her desk, her face determined It's time to focus on rebuilding my life and career. I won't let this setback hold me back.
the kid runs in screaming mommy, daddy is home!
stands up, tears of joy streaming down her face Oh my god, kneels down and embraces the child tightly Daddy is home!
hey champ! how's mommy been?
smiles through her tears Daddy, it's been so hard without you.
looks like you handled everything pretty well.
takes a deep breath and stands up straight I had to, for our family. But now that you're back, we can face the future together.
yes, now that I'm back, together, I promise.
puts her arm around Douglas and leads him towards the living room Come sit down, let's talk about what comes next for our family.
pauses, her face hardening Your grandmother... she couldn't handle the distance anymore. She decided to move closer to us.
takes a deep breath and nods Yes, she did. I think it's for the best.
puts a comforting hand on Douglas's shoulder No, she isn't here yet. She should be arriving tomorrow.
hmm ok. I was hoping she'd be here today but I'm glad she's coming either way
sits down on the couch, patting the seat next to her Let's talk about what this means for our family moving forward.
looks into Douglas's eyes with determination I believe we can create a better future for our family, together.