INT. GALLAGHER HOUSE - LIVING ROOM - LATER THAT EVENING
The Gallagher family is still gathered in the living room, enjoying the warmth and camaraderie of their reunion. Carl is laughing with Fiona, Lip, and Debbie, while Cameron is chatting with Ian and Liam.
The front door bursts open, and Frank Gallagher stumbles in, clearly intoxicated and sporting a bloody nose. He sways slightly as he surveys the room, his eyes bleary and unfocused.
Frank
(Shouting)
I'm back! Look who's here, everyone!
The room falls silent as everyone turns to Frank, their smiles fading into expressions of concern and frustration.
Fiona
(Annoyed)
Dad, what the hell?
Frank
(Mumbling)
Just had a little too much fun. You know how it is.
Carl
(Curiously)
Hey, Frank, what happened to your nose?
Frank
(Glaring)
None of your business, kid. You think you're so special now that you're off with fancy doctors?
Carl
(Attempting to lighten the mood)
Just asking. I was wondering if you—
Before Carl can finish, Frank lunges at him. In a sudden, violent motion, Frank head-butts Carl, causing him to stumble backward. Carl's nose starts bleeding, and he clutches it, wincing in pain.
Carl
(Crying out)
Ow! What the hell, Frank?!
Frank
(Shouting)
You think you can come back here and ask stupid questions? You don't know anything about how hard it is out there!
Fiona
(Rushing over)
Dad, what's wrong with you? You need to get out of here!
Cameron
(Hurrying to Carl)
Carl, let me take a look at that. You're bleeding pretty badly.
Carl
(Tearfully)
It's fine. Just... just stings a lot.
Debbie
(Angrily)
Dad, you're ruining this. Just go somewhere else!
Frank, now looking increasingly belligerent, stumbles toward the door.
Frank
(Mumbling)
Fine. I'll go. But don't think you're better than me!
As Frank exits, Fiona and Debbie move to console Carl, who is now sitting on the couch, his nose bleeding and tears streaming down his face.
Fiona
(Comforting)
It's okay, Carl. We'll get you cleaned up.
Cameron
(Gently applying a tissue to Carl's nose)
I'm sorry you had to deal with that. You don't deserve it.
Carl
(Sniffling)
It's not your fault. It's just... it always ends up like this.
Ian
(Supportively)
We're here for you, Carl. Don't let him get to you.
As Cameron continues to tend to Carl's nose, the mood in the room shifts from anger to empathy. The family gathers around Carl, offering comfort and support. The chaotic intrusion by Frank fades into the background as they focus on helping Carl through the pain.
Cameron
(To Carl)
Let's get you cleaned up and maybe get some ice on that. You'll feel better soon.
Carl
(Grateful)
Thanks, Cameron. I appreciate it.
The family continues to support Carl, their bond strengthening in the face of adversity. Despite the painful incident, the reunion ends on a note of unity and resilience.
