Malachi said everything with indifference but each one of us subconsciously looked at the figures who were sleeping soundly. This was maybe the first time that they were given the care that they rightfully deserve while expecting to give nothing in return. However, reality was often disappointing and Tracy had to make a difficult decision.
She stared right at her daughter's sleeping figure before turning to Malachi once more.
"I… I need more time--"
"If you spend more time with her--"
"I know! It's just… just..."
"You can't or you wouldn't? We've talked about this and you already--"
"I know what I said! I just--"
"Do you really think-- Nevermind… If you want to raise her and live a 'normal' life, it would be better if we part ways now--"
"Hey! What are you--"
"I'm giving you an out."
"WHAT?! After all we've--"
"You're the strongest person I've met but you can't just bring a child to--"
"Now what the hell does that mean?!"