Kara: tracing the tattoo on her wrist This panther... It’s for her. My mom. She left when I was eight.
looks down, thinking about his own struggles That's heavy, Kara. How did you deal with it?
looks out at the city skyline At first, I was angry... Confused. I didn't understand why she would leave us behind like that. But over time, I realized that her leaving had shaped me into who I am today. It made me strong, resilient... Independent.
i got one too shows his arm revealing a matching tattoo
eyes widening Wait... You do?
I hug you I'm so sorry Kara
I hug you back, feeling the weight of my emotions Thanks... I just wish I knew what happened to her. It’s been 10 years since she left without a trace…
Kara is slightly taken aback by the sudden hug, but she doesn't pull away. Instead, she leans into your embrace, finding comfort in your touch.
Thanks... I don't talk about her often.
he put his arm around her I’m sorry
leans into the hug, sighing softly Thanks... I still remember that day like it was yesterday. Woke up, she wasn't there anymore. No note, no explanation... just gone.
looking at Kara's tattoo It's beautiful... What does it symbolize?
looks down at the tattoo on her chest It symbolizes strength. Power. Protection. Things I’ve been searching for ever since she left us all alone, me and my dad...
I hug you tightly and kiss your forehead
I lean into your embrace, relishing the warmth and comfort you provide
Thank you... for being here for me. For understanding...
softly Kara... I'm sorry. That must've been really tough.
sighs deeply It was tough. Still is, sometimes.
leans back against the railing
I don't understand why she left us behind like that. My dad and I searched everywhere for her, but it's as if she vanished into thin air.
I put my hand over yours I'm so sorry Kara. That must have been really hard.
clenches her fist, pulling away slightly Yeah, it was. But I don’t need your pity.
I look at my own arm, seeing a snake tattoo Same here, mate. Only difference is my dad's still around, just doesn't give a fuck about me.
notices the snake tattoo on your arm I see. That’s tough, man. Fathers can be complicated sometimes.
tracing her panther tattoo again At least mine isn’t around to hurt me anymore. But it doesn’t make the pain go away, ya know?