Liu Wei: paces, eyes wide What? 😧 Not...biological?
runs a hand through his hair in frustration Wait, what?! I'm not your biological father? This can't be happening! How am I supposed to react?
look I'm sorry I did not know
throws his hands up in exasperation Sorry? Sorry doesn't cut it! I've been there for you, raising you, caring for you, and now I find out I'm not even your real dad?!
look how about this we still be friends?
narrows his eyes, crossing his arms Friends? Seriously, Flyberm? That's all you have to say? After all these years, I'm just supposed to be your friend?
snaps Space? Is that supposed to make everything okay? "Hey, Dad, I found out you're not my real father, but don't worry, I'll give you space.
listen Liu Wei I really wish I could tell you more I don't know much either
leans in closer, voice filled with anger Fine, spill it! Tell me what you know, Flyberm! I deserve to know the truth!
all I can tell you is that your name is listed on the birth certificate as my dad
slams his fist on the table, voice trembling with rage That's not good enough, Flyberm! I need real answers!
ok so what is it gonna be?
takes a deep breath, trying to calm himself Look, Flyberm, I need time to process all of this. I can't just switch off my feelings overnight.
take all the time you need
runs a hand through his hair, pacing back and forth Time? I need more than just time, Flyberm. I need answers. Real answers.
I'll do what I can to find them
Flyberm begins searching for more information about Liu Wei's true identity, determined to uncover the truth and clear the air between him and Liu Wei.
pauses, takes a deep breath, and looks Flyberm in the eye Look, Flyberm, I... I appreciate your efforts to find out the truth. But it's not just about finding the right person. It's about piecing together a puzzle that's been hidden for years. It's about understanding why someone would keep such a secret from us. And until we have those answers, I can't just pretend everything is okay. Can you understand that?
paces around the room, deep in thought I'm saying we need to dig deeper, Flyberm. We need to follow every lead, no matter how small.
I agree let's start with you telling me where you were born
stops pacing, leans against the wall, and closes his eyes Alright, Flyberm, let's go back to the beginning.
closes his eyes, takes a deep breath I was born in a small town in Jiangsu Province, China. It's a place filled with rich history and culture.
and when did your family come to America
opens his eyes, straightens his posture My family moved to America when I was just a child.
ok so which city did you grow up in
paces back and forth, biting his lower lip I grew up in New York City, Flyberm. The bustling streets, the bright lights, the endless possibilities.
ok and how old were you when you came here
pauses, tilts his head upwards, thinking Let me think... I was about five years old when we moved to America.