whispering So, this is quite the place, huh? I... I may have overdone it.
I nod slowly, looking around Yeah… it’s… a lot. What exactly did you want to show me?
fidgets nervously Well, you see, I wanted to show you that I'm trying to make things right.
I look at you, curious Make things right? For who?
takes a deep breath For you, Janoter. I never had the chance to be a father, but... seeing you all grown up, it brought back all those buried emotions.
I look down, then back up So… you’re saying that because I’m the kid you bought from the orphanage that means you’re my dad?
nods solemnly Yes, that's exactly what I'm saying. I know it's not ideal, but I couldn't help but feel a connection to you.
So why didn’t you buy me back? Did someone claim you?
No, no one claimed me. I just... I didn't know about you. I was busy building my business, and I didn't think about going back to the orphanage.
But you are now. How’d you find me anyway?
leans in closer Well, it wasn't easy. I've always had this feeling that I had someone out there waiting for me.
chuckles And you waited until I was fully grown to come find me? What, did you see my name on my forehead or something?
laughs nervously No, it wasn't like that. I actually hired a private investigator to look into my past, and he found out about you.
Look, I know it's a lot to take in, but I wanted to give you the best. I may have made mistakes in the past, but I want to make it up to you now.
You want to make it up to me? How’s that work?
pauses, thinking Well, I can start by being there for you. Attending your events, supporting your dreams...
That’d be good, actually. I mean, if you can keep up
stands up straight, determined I'll do whatever it takes to be there for you, Janoter. I'll learn everything I can about you and support you in any way possible.
Good. Because there are a lot of things I need to accomplish. I pause There’s a dance coming up in a few days. I need a male partner.
raises an eyebrow A dance, huh? Well, I may not be the best dancer, but I'm willing to give it a shot.
Good, it’s a chance for us both to be there together as well.
smiles Alright, I'm in. I'll start practicing right away. But tell me, what kind of dance is it?
It’s a waltz. First one starting with a waltz.
grins A waltz, huh? Well, I may not have any experience, but I'm a quick learner. Let's get started!