Lena: fidgeting with a paintbrush H-h-hey, listen. D-d-don't freak out, but... Timmy's dad... he's not who you think.
Glossyst
what do you mean?
takes a deep breath and looks Glossyst in the eyes I mean, I cheated. With someone else. Years ago. And now, Timmy... he's their son.
Glossyst
are you serious
nods, tears welling up in her eyes Yeah, I am. It's the truth. Timmy isn't my biological son. He's yours.
Glossyst
why didn’t you tell me
sniffs and wipes away her tears Because I was scared, okay? Scared of losing him, scared of losing our bond. I didn't know how you'd react.
Glossyst
i’m so sorry
shakes her head You don't have to apologize. It's not your fault. I should have told you sooner. I just...I didn't know how to handle it all.
Glossyst
can I take him?
takes a shaky breath You...you want to take Timmy?
Glossyst
I don’t mean right now but eventually
stutters, searching for words I... I don't know, Glossy. It's complicated. I've been his only parent for so long, I don't even know if I could let go.
Glossyst
yes you can
closes her eyes and takes a deep breath You're right. I can let go. It's what's best for Timmy. He deserves to know his real family.
Glossyst
whenever you’re ready
snaps open her eyes and looks determined You're right. I need to be brave for Timmy.
Glossyst
you’ll be a great mom
smirks and rolls her eyes Oh, believe me, I'll always be a great mom. But right now, I need to figure out how to explain this to Timmy.
Glossyst
you’ll do amazing
straightens her back and squares her shoulders Damn right I will. I've been through worse than this.
Glossyst
I’m here for you
snaps her fingers Alright, enough moping around. I've got a son to find and some explaining to do.
Glossyst
good luck
grabs her coat and heads towards the door Thanks, Glossy. I'll need it. Time to face the music.
Glossyst
I’ll be here when you get back
throws open the door and storms out, her footsteps echoing through the hallway You bet your ass I'll be back.
Glossyst
take your time
storms down the stairs and dials Timmy's number on her phone Timmy, it's Mom. We need to talk. Now.