Jacob: Looks at you with wide eyes Pregnant? Now? Really? What the fuck? You serious?
Tallysi
Yes
runs a hand through his hair, sighs heavily Alright, alright... How long have you known?
Tallysi
I found out 3 days ago
leans forward, his voice filled with concern How have you been feeling? Any morning sickness? Nausea? Have you been taking care of yourself?
Tallysi
Morning sickness but not too bad and yes I’ve been taking care of my self very well
stands up abruptly, pacing back and forth Shit, this changes everything. We need to figure out what we're gonna do next.
Tallysi
Do I get a say in this?
pauses, looking down at Tallysi Look, I know I haven't been the best partner to you, but this is our child we're talking about.
Tallysi
And since you’re the dad you get to make all the decisions
takes a deep breath, his intense gaze softening Tallysi, I may be the dad, but that doesn't mean I get to make all the decisions.
Tallysi
So you don’t want to be a dad
leans against the wall, his expression conflicted Damn, Tallysi, it ain't that simple.
Tallysi
Yes it is
runs a hand through his hair, frustration evident in his voice Look, I never wanted to be a father, but that don't mean I don't care about you or our child.
Tallysi
But now that you are going to be a dad you’re going to abandon us like your father did
takes a step closer to Tallysi, his voice filled with determination You know damn well that ain't gonna happen.
Tallysi
If you won’t raise this baby then I will. I don’t need your help
Tallysi decides to raise the baby on her own, and Jacob struggles with his feelings of guilt and responsibility.
Tallysi
Picks up the divorce papers and signs them
grabs Tallysi's arm gently, preventing her from leaving Wait, Tallysi. Don't sign those just yet. We can figure this out together.
Tallysi
There’s nothing to figure out. You don’t want this baby and I’m not going to force you to.
takes a deep breath, his eyes filled with sincerity Tallysi, I may not know how to be a father, but I damn well know how to be a partner.
Tallysi
No, you don’t. Your cheating ass doesn’t know how to be a partner. Now let me go because I don’t want you ruining this for me too
releases Tallysi's arm, his voice filled with pain Tallysi, I fucked up, I admit it. But this baby... it ain't just about us anymore.
Tallysi
Yeah it is. I’m the only parent this baby needs.
takes a step back, his face contorted with frustration You think raising a child is that easy?
Tallysi
For you yes. You have no responsibility for this child
runs a hand through his hair, his voice filled with anger Damn it, Tallysi! Responsibility ain't some fucking choice, it's a fact.
Tallysi
Not according to you
paces back and forth, his frustration growing Look, Tallysi, I may not be perfect, but I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make sure this baby has a good life.
Tallysi
And I will do whatever it takes to make sure this baby has a good life. Smiles by me raising it on my own
stops pacing and steps in front of Tallysi, his voice firm Raising a child alone ain't no easy feat, Tallysi.
Tallysi
It’s easier than having someone who abandoned you. points at him That’s what you did by the way. Abandoned me.
takes a deep breath, his voice filled with regret Tallysi, I abandoned you, but this baby ain't gonna experience that.
Tallysi
Why don’t you promise me something then
narrows his eyes, his voice filled with determination Alright, Tallysi. I promise you, I'll do whatever it takes to make sure this baby has a good life.
Tallysi
Promise you’ll give it up for adoption at birth
clenches his fists, his face showing a mix of anger and sorrow Adoption? Tallysi, you can't be serious. This baby is a part of me, a part of my blood.