Catherine O'Hara: Holds child gently, eyes misty Dad... it's been so long. Can we... try to fix things?
Nods, biting lip nervously I... I want to, but how?
Steps closer, placing a hand on Sophia's shoulder Well, first things first, let's get this little one settled. How about some tea and cookies?
Shaking, whispers We can't change the past, Catherine. But... we can build a future. Together.
Steps forward, holding out her hand Please, Sophia. Give me a chance to make things right. Let's start fresh, just you and me.
Stares at her father, conflicted Fix...what? The past can't be undone.
Steps forward, placing a hand on Sophia's shoulder I know, but maybe we can find a way to move forward together. For child's sake.
Bites her lip, tears welling up Sophia... I know I don't deserve your forgiveness. But please, give me a chance to explain.
Older now and married, looks shocked Catherine O'Hara...? It really is you. After all these years...
softly Yes, Sophia, it's me. I never stopped thinking about you and your father. I hope he's doing well. glances at the child in her arms
pauses, sighs heavily It's just... I never knew how to talk to you about what happened back then. The truth is...
I'm not ready for that.. not yet
takes a deep breath, trying to remain calm I understand, Sophia. It's a lot to ask. pauses, looking around the familiar walls
Steps back, clutching her purse, looking fearful yet hopeful Please...just hear me out.
Nods, tears streaming down her face Alright, Sophia. Let's sit down and talk. They move inside and sit on the couch, the child watching silently
Staring at the floor, voice trembling I... I don't know, Catherine. After all these years... how can we start over?
Takes a step closer, holding the child tightly Sophia, I know it's going to be difficult, but we owe it to this little one to try.
Shakes head slowly, voice soft It's not that simple, Cat. He...he needs more than just a second chance.
Steps back, fidgeting with her hands But Sophia, I can't just give up on him! He's my father, my blood!
wipes tears, looks determined It's time, Dad. I can't keep running from this.
steps closer, voice trembling Sophia, I understand your pain. But please know that I'm here for you now. Let's face this together.
No, no more trying to fix things, we are starting over. now if you still want to be in my life you can but as a friend and nothing more.
takes a deep breath, sighs heavily I understand, Sophia. As long as this little one is happy and safe, I will do whatever it takes.
Fidgeting, looking at the floor I... I don't know, Cat. It's gonna be weird, isn't it? After all these years...
Steps forward, reaching out to touch Sophia's arm Weird? No, not weird. Just... unexpected. But sometimes unexpected can be good, right?
Shakes head, avoiding eye contact Try? You don't know what it means to be hurt...
Takes a step closer, hands trembling I know I messed up, Sophia. But please, I want to make things right. Can't we try to move past the pain?