Episode 2

It was a summer morning. The sky was painted in orangey blue. The birds were singing and the cool fresh air brushed my face. I enjoyed the moment as i stood by my balcony. I wished for the moment to stay forever. But only if life were that simple.

"I don't want to live with you anymore...I want a divorce"-dad shouted at mom.

"How could you say that George? we have a son."-mom cried. "After all these years, we can't just end it like this."

"There is no ending when there was nothing between us. Besides, it was a living hell for me being with you."-dad replied.

"You jerk, i always did everything for you. And you never returned anything. How silly of me to think it was love "- mom stuttered while she shouted. "Go away, i don't wanna see you anymore."

"Whatever Julica, sign these papers and I'll leave right away."

My mom kneeled to the ground crying. I ran and supported her.

"Dad, stop it..why are you saying such things?"- i said.

"Jack, I'll come to take your custody. You should decide who you want to stay with. "

They fought everyday. It had become a usual thing. But i never thought my own parents would end up separating. And- I'll have to choose between one of them.

And that's it. My enjoyment ended right there. The day when my mom and dad ended their relationship. Also the day when i understood there is nothing called love. My mom gave her all to dad but he didn't even hesitate to end it at once.

It's been 4 years since that day. Things were pretty hard for me and mom after he left. Thankfully, i got to stay with mom. She tries hard to remain happy but i know deep down she's hurting. She keeps the mask on so that i don't feel troubled. She's the most precious person in my life.

"Mom, why are you working. You go and rest. I'll do it."-Jack started cooking himself.

"Jack, do you think I'm old now?"-Julica asked.

"No mom...you're just 40. Who called you old?"

"Well i assumed since my son doesn't let me work."

"You work at office and you work here too...i can't let you do everything. You never ask for help too. Just tell me when you need."

"Alright, alright go ahead young man. I sure am lucky to have a son like you."- Julica said with a big smile.

They sat at the table to have their breakfast.

"Now I just wish for a lovely girl for my son. That would be so wonderful."- Julica said excitedly

"Mom, not again. That won't happen."- Jack answered as he got annoyed.

"Why? You're tall, handsome and skilled at everything. Who wouldn't want a guy like my son?"- Julica replied proudly.

"Ok mom that's it. I'm off to school. See you later."

"Alright honey, have fun."