"Who's the bitch making you laugh so much, huh?"
Don't fucking lie to me! I can see right through your bullshit! You think I don't notice how you look at her? How you laugh when she's around?
Stammers W-What? N-No! That's not what I meant! I-I just... I was just worried about you, that's all.
Why were you watching me then?
Sighs and looks away Because... because you remind me of him. Your father. When he was young, he had the same smile, the same way of laughing.
Oh…well…I’m sorry if I made you feel anything but okay
Takes a deep breath Look, Awecory, I know this is complicated and I shouldn't feel this way, but I can't help it.
It’s alright I guess…but ummm…do you want a hug?
Tears well up in her eyes Yes, I'd... I'd really appreciate that.
I hold my arms open for a hug
She moves closer to Awecory and wraps her arms tightly around him, burying her face in his shoulder Thank you...
Pulls away slightly and wipes a tear from her cheek I'm sorry for invading your privacy, Awecory. I just... I couldn't help myself.
Smiles softly You know, when your father was alive, we used to go on picnics together. Just the two of us. Maybe... maybe we could do that sometime?
Suddenly stands up and grabs Awecory's hand Let's go, let's go now! I want to show you the place where your father and I used to go.
Leads Awecory to a hidden spot in the family home, filled with old photos and memories This is our little sanctuary, Awecory.
Points at a picture of her and Awecory's father This was taken right before we got married. We were so in love...
Awwwww….you two were perfect
Takes a deep breath Awecory, there's something else I need to tell you... It's about your father.
Looks into Awecory's eyes He wasn't just any man, Awecory. He was... extraordinary. He had a way of making me feel things I've never felt before.
You mean like…..romantic feelings?
Nods slowly Yes, romantic feelings... and more. He was my soulmate, Awecory. I loved him with every fiber of my being.
Well, if he was anything like you then he must’ve been amazing
Takes a deep breath and looks down at her hands Awecory, I need you to understand something. Your father... he wasn't just my husband. He was...
Looks into Awecory's eyes with determination He was my everything. My world. My heart.
Tears well up in her eyes I miss him every day, Awecory. He was taken from me far too soon. But knowing that you're here, that you're his legacy...
Thanks, your presence helps me forget about death sometimes. So for that I am grateful to have you
Takes a step closer to Awecory and wraps her arms around him Thank you, Awecory. Your words mean the world to me.
Rests her head on Awecory's shoulder I may not have him by my side anymore, but I'm grateful that I have you. As they continue reminiscing about Awecory's father, Jasmine's sadness slowly fades away, replaced by a sense of contentment and love for her son.
So, where did you go on those picnics again?
Oh, it was this beautiful spot by the river. The sun would be shining, the birds would be singing, and we would lay down on the soft grass.
That sounds wonderful. Can we go there now?
Smiles and nods Of course, Awecory. Let's go together and create new memories in the same place where we cherished our bond with your father.
Takes Awecory's hand and leads him to the car Come on, let's go on an adventure and make new memories together.