@empathichearts asked: “He says it’s because I cripple my family.”
While Bobby had known from talking to Eddie that Ramon was far from the best dad in the world, it wasn't until he'd heard Sophia's words that he realized just how awful the man truly was. White hot anger flowed through his veins and he was glad the Diaz patriarch lived in Texas, because Bobby's sudden urge to find the man and punch him in the face was strong.
Calming himself down, he placed a comforting hand on Sophia's shoulder. Bobby couldn't imagine speaking to his own kids that way, ever. Even with all the crap Harper had put him through, he never blamed her and never would. He couldn't understand why other people's parents were so callous towards their own children.
"I know this is going to sound like I'm just trying to tell you what you want to hear, but believe me when I say your father is wrong. It sound like he's the one crippling your family - not you. I know it's easier said than done, but try not to let his words resonate with you. From what your brother has told me, your father is someone who expects everyone to be perfect and gets angry when they don't live up to those unrealistic expectations."
He stopped, realized he might be overstepping and tried another tact.
"If you take anything away form this conversation, let it be this - I am proud of you." He felt she needed at least one person in her life who resembled a father figure to tell her that, and he was happy to be that person.