Lucien: Tending to the roses Do you think this... will ever end? The whispers, the blame?
maybe you should stop fucking shit up
sighs deeply It's hard not to feel like a failure sometimes. But I'll keep trying, for you and for myself.
well then at least try and be normal
pauses, looks up at Wood Normal? How long have you known me, Wood? Have you ever seen me act "normal"?
no but you don’t have to be a devil
smirks Well, maybe if you stop provoking me, I'll consider being a little less devilish.
is being a parent not enough for you
looks down at his hands Being a parent... it's the hardest job I've ever had. But it's also the most rewarding.
stands up abruptly I know damn well that I am not my father! But do you think it's that simple?
I’m just saying it’s hard watching you act out like this
throws his gardening gloves on the ground Act out like this? This isn't some childish tantrum, Wood.
it’s not but it’s causing more problems
takes a deep breath, calms himself I understand that my actions have consequences, Wood. But you can't dictate how I choose to cope with our father's legacy.
no but maybe try to not make things worse
picks up his gardening gloves, starts tidying up the garden I'll admit, I may have made things worse in the past.
you still have time to fix it
nods, a hint of determination in his eyes You're right, Wood. I can't change the past, but I can change the future.
how about you focus on yourself for once
pauses, looks at Wood with a mix of sadness and resolve You know, Wood, maybe you're right. I need to focus on myself.