to the moon and to saturn♡ (Taylor and Daughter)

guilt

requested by halsmaximoff

age:14
setting: rhode island

it's 1am.
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The warm spring breeze carried laughter and joy through the house as Taylor and Joe sat at the kitchen table, discussing the possibility of expanding their family. The idea of giving Y/n a sibling had been on their minds lately.

Sitting on her bed, Y/n stared out the window, lost in her own thoughts. The idea of having a sibling didn't sit well with her. She enjoyed being the center of attention and cherished the close bond she had with her parents. A sibling seemed like an intrusion, a potential threat to the harmony they had all built together.

As the days passed, y/n's feelings of unease grew into resentment. She couldn't shake off the fear that a sibling would change everything. The worry within her grew, until one evening it all came to a head.

In the living room, Taylor and Joe sat expectantly, waiting for Y/n to join them for a family discussion. As Y/n walked into the room, a mixture of anxiety and determination filled her chest. She took a deep breath and let her thoughts spill out.

"Mom, Dad, I don't want a sibling," Y/n blurted out, with a surprising intensity in her voice.

Taylor and Joe exchanged glances, taken aback by the firmness of Y/n's declaration. Confusion and disappointment washed over their faces. They had hoped to share the love they had for their only child with another to build a bigger family.

Y/n's words sliced through the room like a sharp knife, igniting a firestorm of emotions. Tay's face contorted with hurt, her voice tinged with frustration. "Y/n, we just want to give you the gift of a sibling, someone to share your life with. We thought it would bring us even closer as a family."

Y/n's stubbornness refused to waver. "Closer? That could never happen. All they would do is take the love you have for me, and keep it for yourself."

Tay fought back tears, trying to contain her emotions. "Sweetheart, having another child doesn't mean we would love you any less. Our love is infinite, and it would only grow."

But Y/n wouldn't hear it. The fear and resentment clouded her judgment, fueling her anger. The argument escalated, words of frustration and misunderstanding flying between them. The once harmonious family seemed to crumble before their very eyes.

"You don't understand, Mom! I'll be forgotten. Unimportant. You two will just go on and start your big happy family, whilst I'll be in the corner, watching from the sideline!"

Taylor's voice, now tinged with annoyance, tried to get her point across. "You're being ridiculous, Y/n. We've told you so many times how much we love you. Nothing can change that. Try to see it from our perspective."

"Ugh! You're not listening to me!"

"Excuse me?! We aren't listening to you?"

"No! Go start your new, perfect family. You guys want me gone, I get it."

Y/n stormed back upstairs to her room and slammed the door.

"Do not slam my door Y/n Marjorie Swift!" Taylor shouted up.

Filled with anger, Y/n opened her door and slammed it shut again, even harder this time.

Days turned into weeks, and the silence between them became deafening. Y/n had sought solace in her solitude, regret settling heavily upon her heart. She understood now that her parents' intentions were rooted in love, not in diminishing their bond. But her stubbornness had driven an irreversible wedge between them.

One morning, as Taylor sat at her desk, a letter bearing her name arrived. She opened it cautiously and read the words that would forever alter their world. Taylor had a medical condition that rendered her unable to have more children. The news hit her like a wrecking ball, and grief washed over her.

The weight of guilt settled even heavier on Y/n. With newfound empathy, she approached her parents with teary eyes and a trembling voice, ready to mend their broken connection.

"Mum, Dad, I'm so sorry," Y/n whispered, her voice shaky with remorse At this point, she was sobbing. "I never wanted any of this to happen. Please forgive me."

Taylor and Joe turned to face their daughter, their eyes brimming with love and understanding. The love they had for each other and for Y/n could withstand any storm.

"Darling, it's not your fault." Taylor assured her.

"I-I didn't mean it, I swear! I was just being selfish and, and-"

"Shhh, honey, it's okay." Taylor cooed, trying to calm her down.

"No it's not! You really wanted another child, and I just-" Y/n couldn't finish her sentence without choking up a sob. "I couldn't imagine not being the center of because I'm so selfish and-"

"Don't say that about yourself, Y/n. You are many things, but selfish isn't one of them." Joe said.

"Have you not heard me the past few weeks?" Y/n chuckled

"We have, and your feelings were completely and utterly valid. Nothing you could've said would've change the outcome, sweetie." Taylor said.

With trembling voices, Taylor and Joe wrapped Y/n in their arms, dispelling the darkness that had consumed them. There, surrounded by love, they nurtured their wounded bonds, tending to the cracks with forgiveness and compassion

As they sat together, tears mingling with bittersweet smiles, Y/n realized the true strength of family. It wasn't about blood relations or the number of siblings; it was the unwavering love, empathy, and forgiveness that bound them together.

From that day forward, Y/n vowed to cherish her parents and the bond they shared. The painful chapter in their lives would serve as a reminder to nurture their relationships, to communicate openly, and to appreciate the moments they had, for they were truly irreplaceable.

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A/N:

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