#sim: thomas

24 Riverview Estate, Alisburg (10:00pm)

Estelle: You’re home late today. Is everything okay?

Carlisle: Yeah, everything’s fine. Is Tommy asleep?

Estelle: Not yet. He’s been in the nursery since this evening.

Carlisle: Did he eat anything?

Estelle: He only ate a few bites and then he told me he’s full. He won’t even play with Elisha today.

Carlisle:...okay. I’ll go check on him. Thank you for taking care of Tommy today, Essie. Drive home safe.

Estelle: I will. Get some rest, Carlisle.

Carlisle:…hm.

*door knocked*

Carlisle (from outside): Tommy? Are you in there?

Thomas:...

*door opens and closes*

Carlisle: Hey buddy, why aren’t you in bed yet? It’s past your bedtime.

Thomas: I miss mama...

Carlisle: But I just brought you to visit her yesterday.

Thomas: I know...but I miss her being home.

Carlisle: *sighs* I miss her too, buddy. But she’ll come home when she feels better.

Thomas:...

Carlisle: Your Auntie Essie told me you’ve been here since the evening. Is everything okay?

Thomas:...papa? Can I ask you something?

Carlisle: What is it?

Thomas: Is mama going to die?

Carlisle: W-what?

Thomas: Is mama dying?

Carlisle: Of course not.

Thomas: Then why is she in the hospital for so long? Elisha told me that if you stay in the hospital for so long, you’re going to die.

Carlisle: She’s just joking, Tommy.

Thomas:...

Carlisle: Mama’s going to be fine. I promise. She’ll come home soon.

The Patrickson’s Estate, Alisburg (8:30pm)

Sofia: Congratulations on the wedding, Carlisle. And...for the baby too.

Carlisle: *chuckles* Thank you, Soph. And thank you for coming too. I wasn’t expecting both of you accepting our invite.

Darien: You’re our friend, of course we’d attend your wedding.

Carlisle: *smiles* I appreciate it. Thank you.

Sofia: If you don’t mind me asking, how long have you been together with Isabella? Honestly, we were quite surprised when Essie gave us the invitation.

Carlisle: We got closer after the paternity test incident happened and officially got together two years ago when Tommy turned Ten.

Darien: I’m guessing that you’re Thomas’ biological father. Am I right?

Carlisle: Yes. I knew even before the test confirmed it. I had my suspicions but I wasn’t sure until the results were out.

Sofia: Why didn’t you tell us? You know what this means for all of us, right?

Carlisle: I know. I just...I didn't want to cause more trouble for both of you. The paternity test itself could’ve become a scandal if people knew it even happened.

Darien: But aren’t you curious about how are we related? Don’t you want to know our family’s history?

Carlisle: I want to, but I’m not sure if we should look deeper into it. I’m happy with the family I have now. Bella and I are going to have the baby soon and I want to focus more on taking care of her and Tommy.

Darien: I understand. But if you ever want to start looking into our family, let me know so we can do it together.

24 Riverview Estate, Alisburg (9:30am)

Darien (voice over): Aren’t you curious about how we are related? Don’t you want to know our family’s history?

Carlisle *thinking*: Should I start looking into it?

Thomas: Papa! Papa! 

Carlisle: What is it, Tommy?

Thomas: Something’s wrong with mama!

Carlisle: Honey?

Isabella: *groans*

Carlisle: What happened?

Isabella: I-I don’t know. I was about to take a bath but I suddenly felt pain in my belly. I’m scared...

Carlisle: Hey, you’ll be okay. Don’t be scared, I’m here for you.

Thomas: Mama...

Isabella: The baby...Carlisle...

Carlisle: I know, I know. We’ll get you to the hospital now. Tommy, stay at home with the nanny, okay?

Thomas: O-okay!

Carlisle: You’ll be okay. I promise.

St. Angel’s Hospital, Ahtolia

Dr. Samitra: We’ll be running more tests on you to figure out why this is happening but for now, I want you to get some rest.

Isabella: Will the baby be okay?

Dr. Samitra: Yes. We’ve checked all of her vitals and she’s doing just fine. So don’t worry.

Isabella: I’m glad. I was so worried.

Dr. Samitra: Mrs. Patrickson, did you go through this with your first pregnancy?

Isabella: No. I was doing just fine when I was pregnant with my son.

Dr. Samitra: What about your family, Mr. Patrickson? Does your family have any history of rough pregnancies?

Carlisle:...I’m not sure.

Dr. Samitra: I see...Well, for now, I’d advice Mrs. Patrickson to be on bed rest temporarily.

Isabella: I will.

Dr. Samitra: I’ll take my leave, rest well.

Carlisle: Thank you, doctor. I’ll see you out.

Isabella:...

*door opens and closes*

Carlisle: Honey?

Isabella: Huh?

Carlisle: How are you feeling? Is the pain still there?

Isabella: It’s there, but it’s not as painful.

Carlisle: Really? Should I call the doctor again?

Isabella: No no, I can handle it.

Carlisle: Are you sure?

Isabella: I’m sure. I’ll let you know if it’s too much.

Carlisle:...

Isabella: Carlisle? Are you okay?

Carlisle: I’m worried.

Isabella: I’ll be fine. How about you go down and get something to eat? Maybe that’ll calm your nerves?

Carlisle:...alright. I won’t be long.

Evangeline: Thank you for visiting dad, Darien. He really wanted to see you.

Darien: No need to thank me, Eve. He raised me, he’s like my own dad too.

Evangeline: I know. But you must be busy with your work and duties.

Darien: I already told Sofia about Uncle. She understands. She wanted to come along but she’s busy.

Evangeline: It’s fine. I’m just glad she understands.

Darien: She’ll visit soon— Carlisle?

Evangeline: What?

Darien: Hey, Carlisle!

Carlisle: Darien?

Skyline Suites, San Myshuno (12:30pm)

Carlisle: Well done! You’re a quick learner, Tommy.

Thomas: I am?

Carlisle: Mhm. I just taught you once and you could answer this equation easily now. Good job, buddy.

Thomas: Thank you, uncle.

Carlisle: *smiles* Is there anything you want to do after this? Just tell me and we’ll do it.

Thomas: I don’t know. Me and mama usually just watch movies or play games on the weekends.

Carlisle: Well, I have a GS4. Do you want to play it with me? Maybe we can go skating too in the evening?

Thomas: But I don’t know how to skate. What if I fall?

Carlisle: I’ll be there to catch you. Don’t worry okay? You’re done with your homework right? Do you want to help me make lunch?

Thomas: Sure!

Carlisle: Do you help your mama when she cooks at home?

Thomas: I do!

Carlisle: Really? What is she good at making?

Thomas: Mama is good at making the white cream pasta thingy. I can’t remember the name but it’s very good!

Carlisle: You mean carbonara?

Thomas: I think that’s the one.

Carlisle: Well, I’m going to make Bolognese, is that okay with you?

Thomas: I don’t mind. I’m sure it’s going to taste good!

Carlisle: *laughs* You’re flattering me, kid.

Thomas: *giggles*

Carlisle: Let’s play a game after lunch okay? And then I’ll teach you skating in the evening.

Thomas: Alright!

Carlisle: You’ve played this game before?

Thomas: No. This is my first time.

Carlisle: First time, huh? You look like a pro already. Oh no!

Thomas: Yes! I won!

Carlisle: I was going easy on you, kiddo.

Thomas: Tch, yeah, sure.

Skyline Suites Park, San Myshuno (5:45pm)

Carlisle: Okay, slowly— Woops! I got you, buddy.

Thomas: Can I try alone now, uncle?

Carlisle: Are you sure?

Thomas: Mhm! I’m sure!

Carlisle: Alright, be careful. I’ll be watching over you.

Carlisle: Tommy? Are you okay? Where does it hurt?

Thomas: *cries* My knee hurts. I think I broke it.

Carlisle: Really? Let me see.

Carlisle: I’ve checked your knee. It’s not broken. You’re okay, buddy. You’re a strong boy.

Thomas: *sniffles* Can we go home now?

Carlisle: Sure. Let’s go. I’ll carry you okay?

Skyline Suites, San Myshuno (6:15pm)

Carlisle: Did you have fun today?

Thomas: I did! Thank you, uncle!

Carlisle: Don’t mention it. Do you want to do it again tomorrow?

Thomas: Can we?

Carlisle: Of course. I don’t have work tomorrow so we can play all day if you want.

Thomas: Really? Yay!

Carlisle *thinking*: Huh? Who’s that lady?

Thomas: Mama?

Isabella: Tommy?

Thomas: Mama!

Isabella: *tears up* Oh, Tommy…I missed you so much.

Thomas: I missed you too, mama. Are you okay now?

Isabella: I feel better now I got to see you again.

Thomas: Are you sick? Have you eaten? Mama, why do you look thin?

Isabella: *chuckles* I’m fine, baby. I’ve eaten already. Don’t worry okay?

Thomas: Mama, I had a great time with Uncle Carlisle today.

Isabella: Really? What did you do?

Thomas: Uncle Carlisle taught me how to skate and we played games. I helped him make lunch too!

Isabella: Aww, that’s nice.

Carlisle: Hey, Bella. Do you feel better now?

Isabella: I do. Thank you for taking care of Tommy while I was...

Carlisle: It’s fine. I really enjoyed hanging out with Tommy. We had fun right, buddy?

Thomas: Yeah! Lots of fun!

Carlisle: *chuckles* He’s a good boy.

Isabella: Yeah...that’s good to hear...

Carlisle: Are you taking him home now?

Isabella:...I actually came here to talk to you.