Victor: rocks baby gently H-hey, buddy. D-didn't think this day would c-come, huh?
Yeah, it's crazy. But hey, we're here now. What's your plan, V?
Well, TrueTalent, I've gotta admit, I'm not exactly a pro at this parenting thing. But, uh, I guess we'll just take it one day at a time.
That sounds like a good start, V. One step at a time.
runs a hand through his messy hair, looking slightly overwhelmed Yeah, one step at a time. Got any bright ideas on where we should start, TrueTalent?
Well, for starters, let's get you some sleep. You don't look too great.
yawns and rubs his eyes Yeah, you're right. I could use a little shut-eye. looks down at the baby Looks like someone else is feeling sleepy too, huh?
Yeah, it's been a long night. How about we get a room and then we can talk about our next steps?
yawns Yeah, that sounds like a good plan. Let's get a room.
Alright, I'll take care of it. Just sit tight, V.
gratefully Thanks, TrueTalent. You always come through for me. leans back in the chair, closing his eyes
A few hours later, Victor wakes up in a dimly lit hospital room. The baby is sleeping peacefully in a crib next to him. TrueTalent is sitting on a couch across the room, working on his laptop. Hey, V. You're awake.
rubbing his eyes and stretching Yeah, just woke up. glances over at the crib So, our little one is already asleep. Guess they're tired from all the excitement.
Yeah, it's been quite a day. You doing okay, V?
sighs heavily Honestly, TrueTalent, I don't know if I'm okay yet. It's all still sinking in.
That's understandable, V. It's a lot to take in. But hey, we're in this together, alright?
nervously chuckles Yeah, together. Like two unlikely co-parents trying to figure this out. rubs his temples
Hey, you're not alone in this, V. We'll figure it out. One step at a time.
takes a deep breath Thanks, TrueTalent. I appreciate you being here for me. pauses So, uh, where do we go from here?
Well, we got a few things to do. First, we need to get your baby some clothes and diapers. Then, we gotta talk about your options for parental leave. And after that? We'll figure it out as we go. But let's start by taking it one day at a time, alright?
nods Yeah, one day at a time. Sounds like a plan. stands up and stretches Okay, let's get this show on the road, TrueTalent.
Alright, V. First things first, let's get this little guy some essentials.
determinedly Alright, let's do this. starts gathering the baby's belongings Diapers, bottles, formula, clothes...
chuckles You're a natural, V. Let's hit the baby store.
grabs his wallet and heads towards the door Baby store, here we come! with a newfound determination
at the baby store, Victor and TrueTalent are browsing through the aisles, picking out essentials. Found anything yet, V?
holding up a pack of diapers Yes, TrueTalent, I think I found something. grins Diapers. We can't go wrong with diapers, right?
laughs Good choice, V. Can't have a diaper explosion on our hands. What's next?
scratches his head Uh, hmm... What else do babies need? scans the shelves Oh, I know! Baby wipes!
laughs Good call, V. Baby wipes are crucial. Let's grab a pack.
grinning Great! Baby wipes. And uh, maybe some baby bottles too? We should probably get a few extra just in case.
laughs Always prepared, aren't ya, V? Alright, let's add some bottles to the cart.
nodding enthusiastically Yeah, you know me, always prepared. grabs a variety pack of baby bottles and throws them into the cart
formula. Where to find it?
blushes and stutters W-well, um, I... I think I saw some formula on that shelf over there. points towards the shelf
Alright, V. Go grab some formula while I check these out.
nods and quickly heads towards the shelf, scanning the labels Okay, let's see... Ah, here we go! Formula.
chuckles Nice job, V. Let's get this gonna check out.
grinning Thanks, TrueTalent. I didn't want to mess this up. places the formula in the cart Okay, what's next on the list?