Alex: gripping the ring tightly Why can't I remember you?? It's like a fog!
Butler
babe our kids are in the next room waiting for u
stands up, a determined look in his eyes Where are they? I need to see them. Now. Lead the way.
Butler
she smiles follow me
quickly follows Butler, gripping her hand tightly I won't let anything happen to you or our children. I'll do whatever it takes to protect us.
Butler
once they reach the room she opens the door
rushes into the room, his heart pounding with anticipation My babies! embraces them tightly, tears welling up in his eyes
Butler
the children run up to hug their dad
picks up the eldest child and showers them with kisses Oh, how I've missed you! You've grown so much since I last saw you.
Butler
the baby starts crying
sets the eldest child down gently and walks over to the baby, gently picking them up Shh, it's okay, little one. Daddy's here now. softly rocks the baby in his arms
Butler
she smiles
notices a small bruise on one of the children's arms What happened here? Who did this to you? his voice filled with concern and anger
Butler
she glances at the bruise I got it from work
clenches his fists, his voice growing stern Work? No one has the right to lay a hand on my children. I'll make sure justice is served.
Butler
she shrugs I have to work 3 jobs to pay the bills and take care of the kids
puts the baby down gently and stands up straight, determination shining in his eyes
Butler
she smiles and holds back tears
takes a deep breath, his voice firm and resolute We're not going to live like this anymore.
Butler
babe what do you mean
grabs Butler's hands, his grip strong and determined We're going to find a way to make things better.
Butler
babe there's no way we don't have enough money to feed everyone
As Alex and Butler start making plans to change their lives, they face financial struggles and societal pressures. Despite the challenges, they remain determined to create a better future for their children.
Butler
a few months later they moved into a new home and had better paying jobs
walks into the room, a determined look on his face Butler, I've been thinking a lot about our future lately.
Butler
how so
paces back and forth, his voice filled with energy and determination Well, first off, we need to make sure that we're financially stable.
Butler
we double our income
smiles proudly That's right! And we didn't even have to sacrifice our values or integrity. Just took a few smart risks and made some strategic moves.
Butler
yeah
stops pacing and faces Butler, his expression turning serious But it's not just about the money, Butler. We need to make sure we're also taking care of ourselves and our children.
Butler
yeah I want to have a family movie night again like we used to
grabs Butler's hands excitedly That's a great idea! Let's set up a cozy movie night for the whole family.
Butler
they set it up and the kids snuggle up with mom and dad
pulls out a stack of classic films and starts popping popcorn Alright, kids, tonight we're in for a real treat! Get ready for a blast from the past!
Butler
they all watch the movie together
looks around at the smiling faces, feeling a sense of warmth and fulfillment This...this is what really matters.
Butler
during the movie the baby starts crying
quickly stands up and takes the baby from Butler's arms Don't worry, I've got him. gently rocks the baby in his arms Shh, it's okay, little one. Daddy's here now.
Butler
she wipes her eyes what's wrong with him
whispers softly to the baby Hey there, little buddy. It's okay, you can let it all out. Daddy's right here. continues to rock the baby gently
Butler
after the movie they clean up and put the kids to bed
whispering to Butler You know, sometimes I think about how different life could be.
Butler
what do you mean
takes Butler's hand and leads them to the living room I mean, we've come so far, but there's still so much more we could achieve.