Thetis let out a primal scream of rage and frustration, not caring who heard or saw. "NO!" she shrieked. "No, because there is no need to choose! There is room for both of you in my life, and I am fully capable of figuring out the balance, thank you very much. You need to grow up and realize that not everything revolves around you. And while I love you very much, and I will always be there for you when you need me, I am entitled to a life of my own and I plan on living it."