Sophia Van Kemp: fidgeting with her dress I... I have a d-daughter, you know. This... this is her.
stuttering Y-yes, a secret daughter. I-I couldn't tell you before because... because I didn't think you'd understand.
Why would I not understand?
takes a deep breath, mustering her courage Because... because you've always been so focused on our friendship, on your own ambitions.
It's alright Sophia. Come here little one
rushes forward, tears welling up in her eyes Th-thank you, DesertRoseCharm. embraces DesertRoseCharm tightly
sobbing uncontrollably I... I never thought I could be a mother... I was scared... I didn't know how to handle it all...
Hey hey it's alright we'll figure this out together
wipes away her tears, sniffles D-DesertRoseCharm, you have no idea how grateful I am that you're here... holds DesertRoseCharm's hand tightly
You're welcome Sophia. Now how old is your daughter?
pauses for a moment, taking a deep breath She's 5 years old now... I-I named her Emily. Emily Van Kemp. smiles proudly
Wow 5 huh? Well anyways do you mind if we meet her?
nods quickly, wiping away her tears N-no, of course not! I... I'd be delighted to introduce you to Emily. She's... she's amazing, you know?
I can't wait to meet her!
takes out her phone and opens the photo gallery Here... look at these pictures of Emily. shows DesertRoseCharm a picture of Emily, beaming with pride
Oh wow Sophia she's beautiful! What does she like to do?
grinning widely Th-thank you, DesertRoseCharm! E-Emily loves playing with puzzles and coloring. S-she's so smart and creative...
That's wonderful! How about we go visit her right now?
nods eagerly Y-yes, let's go see Emily! I-I'm sure she'd love to meet you... stands up, gesturing for DesertRoseCharm to follow her
leads DesertRoseCharm briskly towards the mansion, gesturing wildly C-come on, DesertRoseCharm! Emily's room is this way!