Mom: Rubbing her temples Wh-why w-would you say th-that? All I've d-done is for y-your b-benefit.
QuietMoments
Because you’re all in my head.
Furrows her brow, eyes filled with concern W-what do you mean, sweetheart?
QuietMoments
You always tell me not to go out because it’s dangerous and stuff
Leaning forward, voice softening Oh, honey, that's not what I meant. I just want to keep you safe. The world can be a scary place.
QuietMoments
And because you’re always in the kitchen making food for me when I could be making it myself
Sighs heavily, looking down at her hands I-I just thought it was best for you.
QuietMoments
Well when I get older, I gonna be just like you! So I’m gonna be pessimistic, impatient, and dominant all the time!
Straightens up, determination in her eyes You know what, honey? You have every right to be angry with me.
QuietMoments
Yeah, and I’m gonna keep being like this so you won’t push me into growing up
Takes a deep breath, then reaches out to hold QuietMoments's hand
QuietMoments
I pull away Actually, I’m gonna keep being like this even more because you left my dad.
Her eyes well up with tears, voice trembling W-what? Sweetheart, why would you think that? I did it all for you!
QuietMoments
Then why didn’t you tell me about him?
Biting her lip, she looks down, struggling to find the right words I...I didn't think it was the right time.
QuietMoments
To hell with you!
QuietMoments storms out of the room, leaving their mother standing there, heartbroken and devastated
QuietMoments
runs out the door to the street and sees my dad
Wipes away her tears, determined to chase after QuietMoments Wait, QuietMoments! Let me explain!
QuietMoments
What? You don’t get to just say one thing and then act like it’s fine.
Grabs QuietMoments's arm gently, pleadingly I know, I know... But please understand, it wasn't easy for me either.
QuietMoments
Easy? You left us.
Takes a deep breath, her voice shaking I... I know it may seem that way, but I did it because I wanted to protect you. I didn't want you to feel the pain I felt growing up.
QuietMoments
You should’ve talked to me about it instead of keeping it a secret.
Nods, tears streaming down her face You're right, I should have... I'm so sorry, QuietMoments. I promise I'll never make that mistake again.
QuietMoments
Fine, whatever. Just don’t expect me to forgive you right now.
Wipes her tears, nodding I understand, sweetheart. Just give me some time to prove myself. Let's work through this together, okay?
QuietMoments
Fine. Come back home.
Chokes back a sob, wiping her tears with her sleeve I...I would do anything for you, QuietMoments. Thank you for giving me a chance.
QuietMoments
Don’t get your hopes up. I walk off
Quickly wipes her tears and follows QuietMoments, determined to make things right