Ned Beatty: clutching your arm Where is she?? My wife? I need her safe, please?
she had been put into a private nursing home by her family due to her mental issues. Ned didn’t know where she was. But then again, it was a secret to everyone.
looks at SnowflakeAlchemy's face with pleading eyes You... you know where she is, don't you? Please, tell me. I need to see her.
I’m sorry Father. But I don’t think you should. I’ve heard that she can be very volatile. And the last thing you want is to get hit by a frying pan during a domestic.
pauses for a moment, takes a deep breath I understand your concern, but I need to go to her. She is my wife after all.
stands up straight, determination in his eyes Thank you for understanding. I will find my wife, no matter what it takes.
I’m afraid you won’t find her.
narrows his eyes Why do you say that? Do you know something I don't? Are you hiding something from me?
You’ll have to find out for yourself then won’t you?
grabs SnowflakeAlchemy's collar, his voice filled with desperation Tell me! What are you hiding from me? Why won't you help me find my wife?
Because she doesn’t want to be found. I look at him over my shoulder I’m sorry father. But that’s all I’m saying on this matter.
releases SnowflakeAlchemy's collar, his voice filled with determination Fine. If you won't help me, then I'll find her myself.
Have at it. Good luck. I walk away
starts searching for his wife, looking around the area, asking people if they have seen her I won't stop until I find her.
I watched him from the shadows
searches tirelessly, knocking on every door, asking questions to anyone who might have information about his wife's whereabouts Please, someone help me.
A month later he still hasn’t found her.
pauses, takes a deep breath, and speaks softly I... I think I might have made a mistake. Maybe it's time to accept that I may never find her.
He’d never actually find her.
sits down, looking defeated I just wanted to make things right, to have my family back. But it seems like it's impossible.
sighs heavily, his voice barely above a whisper I know... I know. But it's just so hard to let go.
I took his hand I know it is.
grabs SnowflakeAlchemy's hand tightly, his voice trembling Thank you for being here for me. It means a lot.
takes a deep breath, trying to compose himself I... I think it's time for me to move on.