Lily: coughing Baby asleep. Storm's wild. I got this, see?
I come in after being gone for hours
She looks up, a little surprised and happy to see you.
Dad! You're back. I kept baby asleep through the storm.
I smile at her. thank you lily. I kiss her forehead as i walk by.
blushes slightly D-Don't mention it, just doing my job... c-coughs coughs more
She tries to hide how tired she is, not wanting to be seen as weak
You're such a good big sister, Lil. But remember, if you feel tired, just let me know, okay?
coughs again, looking down at her brother, who's fast asleep in her arms
I'm fine. Don't worry 'bout me. Gotta make sure he's safe.
I look at my daughter do you think you're ready for the challenges that come with being an adult?
she nods Yeah, totally. I'm already taking care of Baby his name. It's easy! Just feed him, change him, rock him to sleep. And I'm making sure he doesn't get sick like me. I can handle anything.
he looks at her as if seeing her for the first time
coughs into her elbow and glances up at you, noticing your gaze. Feeling self-conscious, she tries to maintain her confident facade
What? Do I have something on my face?
winces at the touch O-ow... leans against you That feels nice...
I walk out the bedroom in my hospital gown as I was just discharged from the hospital after being diagnosed with depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
Lily's eyes widen at the sight of you, surprised by your appearance. She immediately puts down the baby on the changing table and rushes over to your side.
Dad... What are you doing out of bed? You should be resting!
okay then... but if you feel unwell just call me ok
coughing again I'm fine, really. It's just a cold. Don't worry about me, I have things under control here.
I kiss her forehead. thank you lily.
coughs again Thank you... for saying that. I'm trying my best here... her face gets hot from the compliment and she looks away
oh my gosh what did you give him
coughs again Just some water, not much. He was fussy, so I wanted to make sure he was comfortable. The storm outside isn't helping, it's making him cry nonstop.
I smile softly yes you do, good job lily
coughing again Thank you. You should go rest now. I can take care of him.
I kiss her cheek good job sis
blushes faintly Y-Yeah... Thanks. Just need to keep him asleep, make sure the wind doesn't blow anything over, and wait for the storm to pass... coughs again, looking like she's struggling to hold it back
yeah I sigh as I sit down beside her on the couch thank you Lily
smiles I'm just helping out, no need to thank me.
sighs But...you don't think I'm too young to watch him, do you?
oh yeah? I walk over to my baby boy who is laying in his crib well, I still need to make sure he’s ok…
She looks at you with a mix of annoyance and defensiveness.
Yeah, I know. I took care of him already. He's fine. And I can handle it, you know. I'm old enough.