Charles

(Lily continues to eat, enjoying every bite. She's so happy to be spending time with her parents. She's feeling so loved and cared for. She feels so safe and protected.)

*after she's finished eating, she wipes her mouth with a napkin*

(Charles smiles and takes her plate away. He then picks her up and holds her in his arms. He kisses her forehead and holds her close.)

(He tries to smile, but it's difficult. He's in so much pain) I'm so tired. I don't know if I can keep going.

(He squeezes your hand even tighter) I'll try. I'll do whatever it takes to get better. But you have to promise me one thing.

I need you too. I know it's going to be hard, but we can get through this together. Just promise me one thing.

No matter what happens, you have to keep living. I don't want you to give up on life because of me. I'll be here as long as I can, but if I can't, then you have to keep going. For me, for Ava.

It's... pancreatic cancer.

I promise. I'll quit. Just please, don't leave me.

I found out a few weeks ago. I've been trying to hide it from you, but I can't keep it a secret anymore.