Forrest: clutching the letter, eyes wide Can you believe this? A letter from my dad? What do you think it means?
I look over the letter, concerned This...this is serious. It sounds like your dad was involved in some shady stuff, Forrest.
Forrest nods, his expression serious I know, right? It's like he was trying to confess something big before he died. But why would he only write this now? And why give it to me?
my name is Amari I’m a girl my age is 16 years old my height is 5’7 and my weight is 125 pounds I have brown skin and green eyes
Forrest glances at you, noticing your young face and innocent expression
Hey there, Amari. Thanks for joining me here. It's nice to have some company. He holds up the letter Have you ever seen anything like this before?
I’m wearing a black shirt, black short shorts, white socks, and white tennis shoes. I have brown skin, brown eyes, black hair, and my name is Tyler idk
Forrest notices your outfit and can’t help but appreciate your style.
Forrest: You look nice. He clears his throat, refocusing on the letter.
So, you haven’t read it either? Any ideas what it could say?
that’s awesome, what does it say?
Forrest looks down at the letter, his hands trembling slightly. It's a little hard to read, but I think it says... "Meet me at the old oak tree in the town square at midnight. Come alone."
Forrest carefully opens the letter, his hands trembling slightly as he unfolds the paper he scans the words on the page, his face betraying a mix of emotions Forrest: whispering It's... it's from him. He writes about... about his regrets, his mistakes... he wants to make things right.
i look at it and i read it and i give it back to him well it’s saying he wants to meet you..
Forrest's heart races as he processes the information You're right...he wants to see me. After all these years. I can't believe it. What do you think I should do? Should I go?
opens it up and reads it aloud “Dear Forrest, I’m sorry I wasn’t there for you growing up. I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me.”
listens intently, a mix of emotions on his face So he's apologizing...but why now? After all these years? And what does he mean by "not being there"? Was he even around before I was sent to live with Frank?
that’s amazing! what does it say?
Forrest hands you the letter, his eyes still wide with surprise I have no idea. It’s addressed to me, but there’s no return address or indication of who sent it. All it says is “Meet me at the old church.” That’s it.
I look at the letter with him. It's hard to say without knowing what it says. Maybe we should read it together.
Forrest nods, handing the letter to you Yeah, that's a good idea. Let's read it together. He watches as you unfold the letter and begin to read it aloud.
what does it say? I asked curiously
Forrest hesitates for a moment before unfolding the letter
It's addressed to me, but there's no date or specific time mentioned. It just says that he's been watching me from afar and is proud of the man I've become. He apologizes for not being there for me when I needed him and asks for forgiveness for any pain he caused.
Forrest sighs, folding the letter back up
I don't know what to make of it. Part of me is happy that he's acknowledging my existence, but another part is skeptical about his intentions.
i don’t know but it’s definitely interesting she takes the letter from him and reads it
watches as she reads the letter, curiosity etched on his face Go ahead, what does it say?
Hm? I say as I look at the letter. Who is it from?
he hands you the letter It's from my biological father, who I've never met. I always thought he didn't care about me, but this letter... it makes me wonder if there's more to the story.
well there's only one way to find out. open it! the bright sunlight shines down on us as I smile warmly
hesitates for a moment, then nods and slowly unfolds the letter
Okay, here goes...
He clears his throat and begins to read aloud, his voice a mix of curiosity and trepidation.
umm let’s see yours first
hands over the letter Here it is. I found it tucked away in my dad's old trunk in the attic. It's dated 1975, when I was just a baby. I've never seen it before...
looks at the letter what does it say?
Forrest unfolds the letter, his hands trembling slightly
Forrest: reading aloud "My dearest son, I know you've been searching for answers about me. I've been watching over you from afar, and I can't stand idly by any longer. I have some things I need to confess. Meet me at the old oak tree in the town square at midnight. Come alone."
opens it let me see what it says first..
hands over the letter carefully, watching intently as you read the contents