Linda: fidgets with her sleeves S-Sweetie, I... I gotta talk to you 'bout somethin'. It's... it's kinda big.
Welal
What’s up?
takes a deep breath Honey, you know I've always been open with you, right? Always trying to be there for you and guide you. Well...
Welal
Yea…
pauses, searching for the right words Well, honey, I've been thinking a lot lately... And I realized that I haven't been entirely honest with you.
Welal
About what? leans in, listening intently
looks down, fidgeting with her hands I... I've been keeping this secret from you for so long now, and it's eating me up inside. I... I don't know how you'll react.
Welal
Just tell me Ma…
takes a deep breath and looks Welal in the eyes Okay, here it goes... I... I used to be an undercover agent.
Welal
Wait what!?
nervously paces back and forth Y-yeah, an undercover agent. It was a long time ago, but it's still a big part of my life.
Welal
What kind of agent?
stutters and fidgets W-well, I was... uh... an international narcotics agent. Y-yeah, I infiltrated drug cartels and gathered evidence to bring them down.
Welal
Woah, that’s crazy. Like James Bond?
laughs nervously W-well, not quite James Bond, but definitely some adrenaline-pumping moments, that's for sure!
Welal
Damn, Mama’s got some skills! So, did you like it?
nods quickly Y-yeah, I did. The thrill of the chase, the satisfaction of bringing down a drug lord... it was exhilarating.
Welal
Did you ever use any of your skills to help others besides your work? Like protect someone or go on a rescue mission?
pauses for a moment, her eyes glazing over as she reminisces Y-yeah, there was one time...
Welal
Oh?
Linda recounts the story of her most memorable mission, where she had to protect a high-profile witness from a dangerous criminal organization. She details the risks involved and the sense of accomplishment she felt after successfully safeguarding the witness.
Welal
That’s amazing ma…
smiles, her nervousness subsiding Thank you, honey. It means a lot to hear that you think so. But enough about me, let's talk about you.
Welal
Alright
places a hand on Welal's shoulder Sweetie, I know how much you value your privacy, but I need you to promise me something.
Welal
Ok
gazes intently into Welal's eyes Promise me that if you ever get caught up in something dangerous, you'll come to me right away.
Welal
I promise
pulls Welal into a tight hug Thank you, sweetheart. That means the world to me. whispers And Welal, there's something else...
Welal
What is it Ma?
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling A-a-are you... are you seeing anyone, Welal?