Olivia Rodrigo: Glances around, nervous So, um, you think Dad will, like, actually listen to me tonight?
takes a deep breath, trying to muster courage Look, I know it's out of the blue, but I need to ask him why he abandoned us.
clenches her fists, determined I won't let his wealth or status intimidate me. This is about finding closure for Mom and me.
takes a moment to compose herself, then looks at SkyBlueAnguish with gratitude Thanks, SkyBlueAnguish. I really appreciate you being here with me.
takes a deep breath and walks towards the lavish party, her heart pounding in her chest Okay, here goes nothing.
spots her father talking to a group of businessmen, nervously approaches them Excuse me, Father, can we talk for a moment? Man 1: smirks Oh, look who we have here. The estranged daughter. Shouldn't you be slumming it somewhere else, sweetheart?
stands up straight, mustering confidence Look, I don't know what happened between you and Mom, but I deserve answers. You abandoned us, and it's not fair.
puts a protective arm around SkyBlueAnguish Don't worry, I've got you. turns back to her father, determined Dad, I need to know why you left us. Why did you abandon your family? And what do you have to say for yourself now that you know I'm here standing in front of you?
pauses, watching for a reaction Well, I didn't expect you to answer right away, but at least give me a response.
“what do you want?” he says
narrows her eyes, determined I want the truth, Dad. I want to know why you left us high and dry. Why you never called or visited.
“that’s because….” looks at you “you aren’t my daughter”
gulps, taken aback What? That can't be true. I've always felt a connection to you, even if you never acknowledged us before. How can you just say that now?
“you were adopted, I wouldn’t have brought you here” *stares
takes a step back, tears welling up in her eyes A...adopted? But...but Mom told me she gave birth to me...how could this be?
“she was paid for her troubles” smirks
clenches her fists, anger bubbling up inside her You...you made my mom suffer for me? That's beyond cruel. You're a monster!
“she had other kids” looks at you “like her” points at skyblueanguish
takes a deep breath, trying to keep her emotions in check I may not have your blood in my veins, but I still feel like your daughter.
“come on, I’ve grown kids that look like me, we don’t need you” starts walking off
steps forward, stopping him No, wait. Just because you don't want me doesn't mean I don't deserve a chance to be part of your family.
“your not anyway” walks off
watches him walk away, feeling a mix of sadness and determination Fine, if you don't want me, I'll find my own way to build a family. I won't let anyone define my worth ever again.
takes a deep breath, wiping away her tears Alright, SkyBlueAnguish. I'll prove to you that I don't need you.
determined, walks towards the exit of the penthouse I'll start by finding my own path, without relying on anyone else.
stops in her tracks, takes a deep breath I know I said I didn't need you, but... I want you to know that I still care about you.
starts walking towards you “come on, you’ll still need me”
smiles softly Maybe you're right. I might need you more than I realized. But I still won't let go of the hope that I can build my own family and find my own happiness.
grabs you “kiss me and I’ll take you back”
blushes, hesitates for a moment Okay, fine. Just this once. leans in and gives him a quick peck on the lips There, happy now?