Jakob: Looks into his drink, swirling it I never wanted to leave, you know. Softly But life...it got complicated.
sighs heavily It wasn't easy, TreasureMint. You were young, and I...I thought it was best for you. A fresh start, away from all the chaos.
i always wondered where you went
leans forward, speaking softly I found work, TreasureMint. In a factory, far from home. It wasn't glamorous, but it kept me fed.
looks down, fidgeting with his hands I...I didn't want to burden you, TreasureMint. I wanted to prove that I could make it on my own.
so you never had time to even call or see how I was doing
nods slowly I know I failed you, TreasureMint. But I did it for your own good. I wanted to give you a better life, away from poverty.
then why didn’t you come back
takes a deep breath I couldn't, TreasureMint. I had built a new life for myself.
No, TreasureMint, you weren't forgotten. I just... I didn't know how to handle the situation. I was lost and confused myself.
looks up at him I believe you
reaches out and gently places a hand on TreasureMint's shoulder
hugs him tightly I missed you so much
whispers in TreasureMint's ear I missed you too, TreasureMint. More than you'll ever know. pauses I want to make things right now.
pulls away from the hug, looking determined We need to rebuild our relationship, TreasureMint. It won't be easy, but I'm willing to try.
I’m so happy to have you back dad
stands up, extending his hand towards TreasureMint Come, let's go for a walk. Clear our heads and talk about everything that's happened.
reaches out and takes his hand
leads TreasureMint to a nearby clearing This place used to be my sanctuary, TreasureMint. I came here to think, to escape the chaos of life.
admires the view it’s really beautiful
pauses, taking a deep breath TreasureMint, there's something I need to tell you. It's about the reason I left.
takes a step closer to TreasureMint, his voice filled with remorse TreasureMint, I was involved in some...dark activities.
takes a deep breath, avoiding eye contact I was part of a criminal organization, TreasureMint. They manipulated and used me, made me do things I never thought I was capable of.
looks at him dad I’m sure you were just following orders and weren’t all that bad
sighs heavily, his voice hushed TreasureMint, it's hard for me to admit this, but... there's some truth to what you're saying.
it might not have been all bad. but still wrong
nodding You're right, TreasureMint. It was wrong, and I regret every single thing I did. But...