Derek: nervously, whispering Wh-why did you d-do it? You knew what w-would happen, right?
Pearson
I tell you the story about when I ran away from home
clenches fists, voice trembling with anger You left us! You left me to fend for ourselves, Pearson! You broke our father's trust!
Pearson
no i didn’t! dad forced me out because he thought I killed mom!
voice rising in disbelief Dad believed your lies? He believed that you had something to do with Mom's death? How could he be so blind?
Pearson
yeah he is also why I used to use drugs
takes a step back, shocked Drugs?! You were involved in drugs? What the fuck, Pearson? Why would you do that to yourself? To us?
Pearson
to numb the pain
runs his hands through his hair in frustration No, Pearson! You didn't have to numb the pain! We were there for you! We would have helped you through it!
Pearson
you think you and ash were there for me?
narrows his eyes, defensive Hey, we tried! We did everything we could to support you! Ash and I, we were like two peas in a pod, always looking out for you!
Pearson
well you guys never took me seriously! all you said was “your gonna get dirty on your clothes” or “don’t do drugs they’re bad”
pauses, guilt washing over him Damn it, Pearson... Maybe we didn't take you seriously enough. Maybe we should have listened more and judged less.
Pearson
i show you a picture of me and new mom
takes the picture from Pearson's hand, studying it closely This...this is her? Your new mom? But she looks so familiar...like someone from my past...
Pearson
she’s the reason why dad kicked me out i tell you everything
stutters, voice filled with disbelief Holy shit, Pearson... Are you serious? That...that woman...she's the reason for all this pain?
Pearson
well she told me “maybe it’s time for me to disappear”
Derek confronts the woman, demanding answers and holding her accountable for the pain she caused Pearson
Pearson
a few days later I call Derek hey Derek it’s me I have a question
answers the phone, voice shaky H-hey, Pearson. Yeah, what's up? Is everything okay?
Pearson
where did you get the money to buy me a house and other stuff?
pauses, a hint of pride in his voice Well, you know me, Pearson. I've always been good at tricks and scams.