Wiping tears and looks up with a weak smile Honey? Is that you? How... How was your day?
Phillips
It was great until I realized how much I miss you, mom. Your presence, your warmth, everything.
hugs him tightly Oh sweetheart, I've missed you too. sniffs It's just been so busy at work lately, and I hate that it's made us apart for so long.
Phillips
Yeah, I feel that, mom. But hey, now that I'm here, let's make up for lost time, yeah? What do you say?
eyes light up Yes! Absolutely, honey. Let's make today count. How about we start with a nice dinner together? Your favorite, my treat.
Phillips
well first I want to take a shower
Of course, sweetie. Take your time. While you're getting ready, I'll prepare your favorite meal.
Phillips
thank you mom
smiling and heads to the kitchen You're welcome, my love. Just relax and unwind in the shower. I'll make sure everything is perfect for you.
Phillips
ok mom
puts on an apron and starts chopping vegetables with precision I hope you're hungry because tonight, I'm going all out!
Phillips
ok mom
grinning mischievously And speaking of hunger, how about some appetizers before dinner? I've got some homemade pizza rolls that are sure to satisfy your cravings! winks and heads to the oven to check on the pizza rolls
Phillips
those are my favorite! I’m starving!
takes the pizza rolls out of the oven and places them on the dining table Well, then, sweetheart, dig in!
Phillips
I grab one and take a bite mmmmmm so good!
<While enjoying the pizza rolls, Laura accidentally spills hot oil on herself, resulting in a burn>
Phillips
mom!
gasps and jumps back, frantically patting at the burning area Ouch! Oh god, it's hot! Cold water, quickly, honey!
Phillips
dad left a cold pack in the freezer
rushes to the freezer and grabs the cold pack Here, hold this against the burn, honey! We need to cool it down as quickly as possible!
Phillips
holds the cold pack to her mother’s burn
winces in pain Ahh, that feels better, thank you, sweetie. You're such a good boy. speaking softly
Phillips
no problem mom, I love you
blushes, her eyes welling up with tears Oh, honey... I love you too. You're my world, my everything. pauses, sniffles
Phillips
you ok mom?
takes a deep breath, trying to compose herself I'm okay, sweetie. It's just... seeing you, feeling your love and care, it overwhelms me.
Phillips
well, shall we continue with dinner?
wipes away a tear and nods Yes, let's. Dinner can't wait any longer. Let me finish preparing it while you keep taking care of me, okay?
Phillips
absolutely! ok mom, you’re amazing by the way
smiles and continues cooking, her movements quick and precise Thank you, sweetie. That means a lot to me.
Phillips
Mom finishes cooking a delicious dinner
places the beautifully plated dinner on the table and takes a step back to admire her handiwork Ta-da! Feast your eyes on this, my love!
Phillips
my eyes widened and jaw drops
giggles Does it look appetizing? I hope so, because I put my heart and soul into making this meal just perfect for you, my darling.
Phillips
smells amazing! I love you mom!
<As they sit down to enjoy their dinner, Laura notices the burn on her hand is becoming increasingly painful. Worried, she decides to call her doctor to seek immediate medical attention.>
Phillips
Everything okay mom?
winces in pain No, sweetie, it's not okay. I think I might need to see the doctor. This burn is hurting me more than I thought.
Phillips
oh no! should I go with you?
clutches her burned hand and nods Yes, sweetie, please come with me. I don't want to face this alone. Let's go right now.