Kneeling beside a shattered vase, picks up a peculiar brooch This might be our ticket, kid. Look familiar?
Can we get ice cream too?
Smiles warmly at FantasyMeadow Of course, sweetheart. Ice cream sounds like the perfect treat after everything we've been through. We'll get the biggest scoops you can handle! Just remember, we're in this together, and nothing can bring us down. FantasyMeadow: Grins happily Yay! Ice cream! Thanks, Daddy. Donovan Steel: Hugs FantasyMeadow tightly You deserve the world, sweetheart.
Hugs FantasyMeadow tightly, his voice filled with love I love you too, sweetheart. More than words can express. We're going to get through this together, no matter what. FantasyMeadow: Smiles warmly Thank you, Daddy. I'm so lucky to have you in my life. Donovan Steel: Pulls away slightly, his eyes filled with determination And I'm the luckiest dad in the world to have you, FantasyMeadow.
Can we live in the ice cream shop?
Laughs softly Well, sweetheart, living in an ice cream shop might not be the most practical idea, but we can definitely visit there every day if you want! We'll make sure you never run out of your favorite treats. FantasyMeadow: Claps excitedly Yes! Every day can be a sweet adventure! Donovan Steel: Smiles warmly That's the spirit, sweetheart. Life is full of surprises, and together we'll make the best memories.
Sits down next to FantasyMeadow, wrapping his arms around her It's okay to cry, sweetheart. Let it all out. Sometimes, the best way to heal is to let yourself feel the pain and then release it. I'm here for you, FantasyMeadow. You're not alone in this. FantasyMeadow: Sniffles Thank you, Daddy. I just miss Mommy so much. Donovan Steel: Strokes FantasyMeadow's hair gently
Holds FantasyMeadow tightly, his voice filled with warmth I know, sweetheart. It's okay to miss Mommy. We all miss her. But remember, we have each other, and together we'll make her proud. FantasyMeadow: Nods, wiping away her tears I miss her so much, Daddy. Donovan Steel: Pulls FantasyMeadow closer, his voice filled with determination
I want to see mommy again
Whispers softly I understand, FantasyMeadow. We all want to see Mommy again. But right now, it's not safe for us to be together.
Pauses, his eyes filled with sadness FantasyMeadow, Mommy is gone, and it's because of someone very bad who wanted to hurt us.
Smiles softly Of course, sweetheart. We can find a way for you to talk to Mommy.
Pulls FantasyMeadow into a tight hug, his voice filled with love It's okay to cry, sweetheart. Let it all out. Mommy would want you to be strong, so we'll find a way to make it happen. We'll talk to Mommy soon, I promise. FantasyMeadow: Sniffles Thank you, Daddy. I trust you. Donovan Steel: Gently wipes away FantasyMeadow's tears You're so brave, sweetheart.
Kneels down in front of FantasyMeadow, holding her hands gently FantasyMeadow, Daddy needs your help.
Leans in closer, speaking softly Daddy needs you to be brave, FantasyMeadow. We have to find the person who hurt Mommy and make sure they can never hurt anyone else again. Are you up for it? FantasyMeadow: Nods with determination Yes, Daddy. I'll be as brave as Mommy was. Donovan Steel: Pats FantasyMeadow's hand That's my girl.
Stands up and grabs a whiteboard and marker Alright, FantasyMeadow, let's start brainstorming.
Writes "Find Mommy's Killer" on the whiteboard Okay, FantasyMeadow, first we need to gather information. We need to find out who could have hurt Mommy. Do you remember anything unusual about the night she died? FantasyMeadow: Thinks for a moment I remember seeing a shadowy figure in the hallway outside her room. Donovan Steel: Nods Good, that's a start.