He didn't argue.

“I guess it's simpler this way. I'm just looking for sex, not love. Isn't that better than being miserable?"

"You should consider your reputation," Camila cautioned. “Especially since you're a father. If your daughter hears about..."

"Can we not talk about that?" Forrest cut her off before she could finish.

"The child..." Camila tried again.

"She's Laura's child," he interjected once more.

Camila fell silent, her stare piercing as if she could see right through him.

"Can't you just Listen to me for once?"

"Don't bring up Laura," Forrest stated flatly.

"Well, you'll have to live with the consequences!"

As Camila walked away, she called out, “Eagle.”

Forrest hurried after her, relenting, “Okay, I'll listen. What's going on? Tell me!"

Without turning back, Camila kept walking. “Laura mentioned there's been an incident with Morrison. She needs me to bring the baby here, and I might just leave her with you."

Forrest was taken aback.

He feared he was experiencing auditory hallucinations.

He quickened his pace and grasped Camila's arm. "Are you serious, Mila?"

"There's no reason for me to lie," Camila affirmed with a nod.

Forrest's breathing quickened. "Am I understanding you correctly? I'll be raising the child?"

“You heard me right," confirmed Camila.

“Let's go then," Forrest said, speeding past Camila.