Jessica Lowndes: paces nervously, wringing hands I-I just need this to go well. Our son... he means everything.
Look, Mom. We've got this. We're gonna make sure he stays safe.
stops pacing, looks at ThistleJoy with a determined expression I know we will, ThistleJoy. But... voice trembling
smiles hey, what's wrong? You seem so tense
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage Well, ThistleJoy, there's something I haven't told you... pauses, looking down at the floor
listens intently What's up?
runs a shaky hand through her hair, avoiding eye contact I... I used to be involved in some illegal activities, ThistleJoy. swallows hard
looks up, eyes filled with worry I was part of a drug ring. It was a long time ago, but... but it's not something I'm proud of.
I hug her That was a long time ago, mom. You didn't have a choice.
pulls away from ThistleJoy's hug, tears welling up in her eyes It may have been a long time ago, but the consequences are still there, ThistleJoy.
Whatever happens, I got your back.
takes a deep breath, wipes away a tear Thank you, ThistleJoy. Your support means everything to me.
Let's go meet with your ex.
nods, determination replacing her earlier anxiety Yes, let's go and face this head-on. I won't let him take our son away from us.
we head out to meet Jessica's ex
arrives at the meeting spot, scanning the area nervously H-he should be here any minute now... paces back and forth
During the meeting, Jessica's ex reveals a shocking truth - he has evidence that Jessica was involved in a murder.
I look shocked Are these serious?
stutters, visibly shaken I-I don't know what to say... This is... this is unbelievable. How... how could he have evidence of something like that?
I look at my mom Mom, is this true?
takes a step back, hands trembling ThistleJoy, I... I can explain... bites lower lip nervously
Yes, mom? What is this about murder?
whispers, voice barely audible It's true, ThistleJoy. I... I was involved in a murder. It was... it was a long time ago, but...