Sylvie: (noticing Julie's absence from the police station) Hey, guys, have you seen Julie around lately?
Erin: I haven't seen her for a few days. Maybe she's been spending more time with her dad.
Sylvie: (concerned) Yeah, that could be it.
Kim: Have you talked to her about it?
Sylvie: I haven't had the chance. Work's been really demanding.
Antonio: You should make time to talk to her, Sylvie. She might need your reassurance.
(A few days later, Sylvie's conversation with Julie finally happens when she visits the police station.)
Julie: (standing awkwardly) Hey, Mom.
Sylvie: (softly) Hey, sweetheart. How have you been?
Julie: I've been okay. Just spending time with Dad.
Sylvie: I've noticed you haven't been coming to the station to say hi like you used to.
Julie: (looking down) Yeah, I guess I've been busy.
Sylvie: Julie, is everything alright? You know you can talk to me about anything, right?
Julie: (hesitating) Mom, I... I told Dad that I want to spend more time with him.
Sylvie: (surprised and hurt) Oh, I see.
Julie: It's just that you've been so busy with work, and he's been there for me.
Sylvie: (saddened) Julie, I'm really sorry if I've been distant lately. I didn't mean to make you feel like you weren't a priority.
Julie: It's not that, Mom. I just... I thought maybe Dad needed me more right now.
Sylvie: (realizing) Julie, I never want you to feel like you have to choose. I want what's best for you, even if it means spending more time with your dad.
Julie: I know, Mom. I just thought it might be easier for you too.
Sylvie: I appreciate your understanding, Julie. But you're always my priority, no matter what. And I promise, I'll make more time for us, okay?
Julie: (smiling) Okay, Mom. I love you.
Sylvie: I love you too, sweetheart. And I'm really sorry if I made you feel like you had to make a choice.
(Sylvie and Julie share a heartfelt moment, reaffirming their bond and understanding each other's perspectives. Sylvie learns the importance of balancing her work and her relationship with her daughter, striving to create a healthier environment for them both.)
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UNDERCOVER LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT
RomanceSylvie is a homicide detective and Antonio is a detective on the intelligence team at Station 21. They meet when the intelligence team sends Antonio undercover and the homicide bureau sends Sylvie undercover. Both teams are working on this case. Aft...
