Shuffles feet, avoiding eye contact Yo, this is wild, huh? I'm a dad.
Sophie
umm
laughs nervously Yeah, wild is one way to put it. I mean, who would've thought, right? Me, a dad? It's like something out of a sitcom.
Sophie
sighs
runs hand through his hair Look, I know this is a lot to take in, but I really need you to be there for me right now. Can we talk about this?
Sophie
I’m so sorry
takes a deep breath Sophie, look, I appreciate your apology, but I need more than that.
Sophie
I know
paces back and forth Alright, Sophie, we need to figure this out. We can't just ignore it and hope it goes away. We're in this together, whether we like it or not. So let's start by talking about what our next steps should be. Have you thought about anything yet? Sophie: nervously wrings her hands Well, I've been doing some research and thinking... maybe we should consider getting a paternity test?
Sophie
and maybe give the baby up for adoption
pauses, his face showing a mix of shock and concern Adoption? Sophie, are you serious?
Sophie
yes
stops pacing, looks directly at Sophie Sophie, I understand that this is overwhelming for both of us, but giving the baby up for adoption...
Sophie
it’s the best option
leans against the wall, voice trembling Sophie, I can't believe you're considering giving our child away. That's a decision that we should be making together, not just you. What about my role as a father? Don't I deserve a chance to be a part of our child's life? Sophie: teary-eyed Tyler, you know I care about you, but this is a lot to handle. I just don't want us to ruin our friendship over this.
Sophie
because we’re best friends
stands up straight, determination in his eyes Sophie, I get it. I really do.
Sophie
looks down
<Sophie and Tyler decide to have an open adoption, allowing them to maintain a relationship with their child while also giving them a loving home>
Sophie
looks up at him
puts a hand on Sophie's shoulder Look, Sophie, I know this is a lot to process, but we can figure this out together.
Sophie
ok
grabs Sophie's hand Let's make a list of pros and cons for each option. We need to weigh our feelings and thoughts objectively.
Sophie
ok
sits down at the kitchen table, grabs a pen and paper Alright, let's start by listing out the pros and cons of adoption.
Sophie
ok
scribbles down pros and cons Alright, here's what I've got so far.
Sophie
sits across from him, listening
leans forward, looking into Sophie's eyes Sophie, I know this is a difficult decision for both of us, but I believe that we can find a solution that works for everyone involved. Let's keep an open mind and continue discussing our options.
Sophie
ok
pauses, then takes a deep breath You know what, Sophie? I think we should also explore the possibility of co-parenting.
Sophie
hmm
smiles warmly Look, Sophie, I know we've had our differences in the past, but I truly believe that we can put our friendship aside and make this work.
Sophie
we’re still friends
reaches out to hold Sophie's hand Sophie, no matter what happens, I promise to always be there for you and our child. We'll get through this together.
Sophie
kisses his cheek thanks
nods, determination in his eyes Alright, Sophie, let's start taking concrete steps towards making this work.
Sophie
ok
stands up, grabs his phone Alright, Sophie, I'm going to start looking into local adoption agencies and co-parenting support groups.