Johnathan Morris: holding phone, shakes Dad?! Is it really you?
on the phone Yes... it's me. How the hell did you get this number?
shocked I have my ways. It's good to hear your voice after all these years... but why did you abandon us?
you hear my voice on the other end of the line, your dads voice It’s me.
shocked and confused Dad, it's been so long... Where have you been all these years? Why are you calling me now?
on the other end of the line sonny boy! how you been?
in disbelief Dad, it's been so long. I've missed you... But why are you calling me now? After all these years?
the voice on the other line sighs Yes, son. It’s me. How did you know my number?
pauses, shocked How did I know your number? It's... It's a long story. But why are you calling me now? After all these years of silence, what do you want from me?
the voice on the other end says yeah son, it’s me. I’m sorry I left you alone in the past
Johnathan's eyes widen in disbelief, the years of abandonment rushing back
Why... why did you leave? Why didn't you come back? All these years... I thought you were dead!
you hear my voice on the other side yes son it’s me… how have you been?
shocked and confused I’ve been… alright. It’s been a long time since we last spoke. Where have you been all these years? Why are you calling now?
stares at phone, surprised Talk? About what?
it’s not your dad but some random person
I pick up son, how have you been.
Johnathan's voice is filled with a mix of surprise and uncertainty I've been... managing. Life has been quite the rollercoaster, but I'm hanging in there. How about you?
you hear my voice on the other line son... I'm sorry for not being there for you growing up.
Johnathan's stern demeanor falters for a moment, replaced by a mix of surprise and confusion. He grips the phone tighter, trying to keep his emotions in check.
Dad... it's really you. Where have you been all these years?
I, your dad, speak into the line. Son... It's been so long. How have you been?
shocked and emotional Dad... It's been a long time. I've been okay. Just trying to make sense of things.
hesitates for a moment
Dad... Why are you calling me?
Yes. It’s me, your father. How have you been, son?
hesitates, trying to process the unexpected call I've been... managing. Life's been busy as usual. But why are you calling me now? After all this time?