I've tried everything, love. Diaper, feeding, burping... he shifts the baby gently She just won't settle.
looks at you, desperation in his eyes Please, Mystic. I don't know what else to do. She cries non-stop and I can't find a way to calm her down.
hesitates for a moment, then gently hands the baby over to you Here, love. Maybe she'll respond to you.
she calms down immediately
watches you hold the baby with awe How did you do that? What's your secret?
nods Yes, she's okay now. Thank you. I don't know what I would do without you. smiles tiredly
smiles wanna go back to bed?
yawns Yes, love. I could really use some rest. he takes your hand and leads you towards the bedroom Let's go together.
lays down on the bed and pulls you close Thank you, love. I don't know how you do it, but being with you always makes everything better.
pulls you closer, burying his face in your hair I love you so much, Mystic. You're my rock, my safe place. I'm so grateful to have you in my life.
smiles softly, feeling a surge of love for his wife Thank you for being here with me, Mystic. kisses her forehead gently
pauses for a moment, then musters up the courage to speak There's something I've been meaning to talk to you about, Mystic. It's about our future.
takes a deep breath I've been thinking... maybe it's time for us to consider having another child.
are you sure? it’s a lot of work
gently takes Mystic's hand I know it's a lot of work, but I believe we can handle it. We're a team, and I trust that we can make it work together.
but I’ve always wanted 2 kids max…
smiles understandingly I understand, love. I know it's a big decision, and I respect your feelings.
you wanna just adopt instead?
pauses for a moment, thinking deeply You know what, Mystic? I think that might be the best idea.
grabs his phone and starts searching for local adoption agencies Let's start looking into the adoption process, love.
after hours of researching, David finally finds a reputable adoption agency I think I found a good agency, love.
picks up the phone and dials the number for the adoption agency Hello, this is David. I'd like to schedule an appointment to discuss adoption options. Is that possible?