I think they can still pull off Belle being friendly with her dad without him being in every episode. All we need is a mention of him in passing such, “Oh I stopped by the shop today and saw my father.” Heck, as crowded as this show is an as little time as Belle gets we don’t even need that.
I have to admit, even though Mo isn’t a main or even recurring character, that I’m really want to see them reconcile. I think I may be a little more sensitive to it than most people because I just lost my dad a few months ago. I hate the thought that Belle and her father live in the same town and have no communication. I know a lot of family work this way, but it breaks my heart a little to see it. Maurice will never be best pals with Gold, but I think ultimately they could come up with a tentative accord for Belle’s sake.
Heck, Belle was more forgiving of Regina who held her prisoner in two different realms and gave her false memories just to spite everyone. At least Maurice loves his daughter and just wanted what’s best for her, even if it was stupid and misguided plan.
Phee, I keep having the refrain “Daddy, daddy if you could only see / just how good he’s been treating me / you’d give us our blessing right now cause we are in love” repeating in my head. My goal is to get this little earworm in everyone’s head by the end of the day. 😛
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