Mom: kneeling, teary-eyed Stop this police gig, kid! It's dangerous as hell!
sink
I can’t mom.
grabs sink's hand, pleading Look at me, sink! You're risking your life for a job that's not even yours!
sink
I know but I need to help others
squeezes sink's hand tighter, desperate Help others? You think that's what they call you for? They just want your loyalty, your dedication!
sink
I know that but if I save them I will be helping
stands up abruptly, frustration evident in her voice Fine, you wanna play hero? Go ahead then! But don't come crying to me when you get hurt or worse!
sink
you know I won’t.
paces back and forth, muttering to herself Gosh, sink! Why can't you just listen to me for once? Your father would've been so damn proud of you, you know?
sink
how do you know
stops pacing, looks directly at sink with determination Because I raised you, that's why! And I know what he would've said. He would've told you to live life on your terms, not theirs!
sink
you really think that’s what dad would’ve said
rolls her eyes dramatically Trust me, sink, I know it's what he would've said!
sink
well he also said that he hopes that I will become a police offi—
interrupts, rolling her eyes again Oh, great! He's gonna be all proud and happy when he finds out you're living his dream instead of yours!
sink
dad I know but I want to do something for myself
sink decides to quit their job as a police officer to pursue their own dreams
sink
I’m going to do something for me
throws her hands up in exasperation Finally, sink! You're making a decision for yourself! Maybe now I won't have to worry about you constantly!
sink
I’m still using my skills to help others but as a civillian
claps her hands together, excitement in her voice That's the spirit, sink! Using your skills as a civilian to help others!
sink
Thanks mom
smiles warmly, pulling sink into a tight hug That's my kid! Always finding a way to make things work. I'm proud of you, sink!
sink
I love you so much mom
pulls away slightly, wiping a tear from her eye Love you too, sink! And you know what?
sink
what?
grinning mischievously We should celebrate this newfound independence of yours! How about we go out for some ice cream? My treat!
sink
sure mom
grabs her keys and sinks' hand, leading them towards the door Come on, let's go! I know this fancy ice cream parlor that'll blow your mind!
sink
we get to the ice cream place and we order our ice cream
smirking playfully So, sink, how does it feel to finally do something for yourself? Must be a liberating experience!