Mine To Keep E 4

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—Jeremy’s Bedroom—

The door creaks open softly.

Lucien steps in, his expression softer now but still tense, holding back frustration.

Lucien Winslov

Jeremy… can we talk?

Jeremy Winslov

(looks up, tears streaking down his cheeks)

Jeremy Winslov

(voice breaks as he speaks)

Jeremy Winslov

I’m sorry…

Jeremy Winslov

I’m so, so sorry, Lucien

Jeremy Winslov

I didn’t mean for any of this to happen.

Jeremy Winslov

I never wanted to put you all through this.

Jeremy Winslov

(whole body shakes with sobs)

Lucien moves closer and sits beside him on the bed, carefully wrapping an arm around Jeremy’s trembling shoulders.

Lucien Winslov

Hey… it’s okay

Lucien Winslov

You’re not alone in this.

Lucien Winslov

We’ll get through it.

Jeremy Winslov

(leans into Lucien, still shaking)

Lucien Winslov

Jeremy, I need to know… who is the father?

Jeremy pulls back slightly, wiping his tears with the back of his hand, voice barely a whisper.

Jeremy Winslov

I… I can’t tell you that!

Jeremy Winslov

Not yet.

Lucien Winslov

Jeremy, you can’t keep this from me.

Lucien Winslov

I’m your brother.

Lucien Winslov

We’re family. You have to trust me.

Jeremy Winslov

Please… I’m scared.

Jeremy Winslov

I don’t know what will happen if I tell you.

Jeremy Winslov

Just… please don’t be angry with me.

Lucien Winslov

(jaw tightens)

Lucien Winslov

I’m angry because you’re keeping me out of this.

Lucien Winslov

But I can’t force you.

Lucien Winslov

Just promise me you’ll tell me when you’re ready.

Lucien Winslov

Because whatever happens, I’m not going anywhere.

Jeremy Winslov

(Nods, overwhelmed)

Jeremy Winslov

I promise… soon

Lucien Winslov

(Hugs him)

Lucien Winslov

That’s all I need for now.

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