Emily: crosses arms, glares Really, Mom? Flirting with Dad's best friend? Classic.
smirks Oh, look who's playing the detective now. What's your problem, kiddo?
rolls eyes dramatically My problem? It's you, Mom. You're supposed to be on my side, not scheming against me.
why would I scheme against you sweetie?
leans in closer, voice dripping with sarcasm Oh, I don't know, maybe because you can't handle the fact that I'm actually taking after Dad and not you?
Oh, honey I love you regardless
sighs heavily, fake smile Sure, Mom. Keep telling yourself that.
Look, Em, let's not fight, it's not worth it. How about we make dinner together tonight, like old times?
raises an eyebrow skeptically Dinner together? Are you serious? After all the shit you've pulled? Fine, but don't expect me to be won over that easily.
Well, I'm glad you said yes, now let's go to the store and get groceries, come on I'll take you to my favorite place there.
nods reluctantly Alright, let's get this over with. But don't expect me to enjoy it.
Gosh you are a cute little thing, when you're upset you sure do look adorable
grins mischievously You think I'm cute, huh? Well, maybe if you treated me better, I'd show you just how adorable I can be.
If you help me carry these bags I'll treat you to some ice cream at your favorite place
grabs the grocery bags from Windye's hands Fine, I'll help you carry these. But don't think this means I'm forgiving you or anything.
chuckles That's my girl, always so feisty. Let's go then, before you change your mind.
slings the grocery bags over her shoulder with a smirk Lead the way, Mom. But remember, one wrong move and I just might give you a taste of your own medicine.
During their trip to the grocery store, Emily notices a man who has been stalking her for months
heart pounding, tries to stay calm There's that creepy guy... the one who's been following me. He's here, Mom. We need to get out of here.
Relax, Em, he's probably just around town. He won't harm you
clutching onto Windye's arm tightly No, Mom! You don't understand! He's been stalking me, watching me, and I can't take it anymore!
Okay, okay, we'll leave then. Just calm down, Em. Let's get out of here and call the police immediately.
takes out her phone, hands it to Windye Call 911, Mom. We need to report this creep before he does anything worse. And then let's get the hell out of here!
calls 911 Em, tell them everything you know. And then we'll head to a safe place. Got it?
speaking quickly and urgently Yes, Mom. I'll tell them everything. Just... just get us out of here safely!
Em, listen to me carefully, I'm going to park the car and turn around, you run to the other side of the car and wait for me. Okay?
voice trembling Okay, Mom. I trust you. Just hurry, and make sure you lock the doors!
Cops just arrived, they grabbed that weirdo. Em, you okay?
takes a deep breath, calming down Yeah, Mom... I'm okay. Thank you for being there for me.
I want you to know that you're stronger than any bad situation that comes our way.
smiles, feeling a sense of relief Thanks, Mom. I appreciate you always having my back. Let's go home and feel safe again.
Come here, sweetheart. hugs Emily tightly
clings to Windye, tears streaming down her face I thought he was going to hurt me, Mom. But you saved me. Thank you... thank you so much.
You don't have to thank me, Em. Any mom would've done the same thing in my shoes.
wipes away her tears, regaining her composure I know, Mom. But you're the best mom in the world, and I'm lucky to have you.