Well, isn't this a surprise, I didn’t think I would see you here playing mommy.
Look, if you wanted my help or support, all you had to do was ask. You didn't have to resort to this.
help? how did you know i need help?
crosses arms I knew because I cared about you, Polenti. I cared about us. And now look at us, strangers with a child caught in the middle.
i didn’t tell you cause I needed your approval
takes a deep breath, softens his tone Polenti, I may have reacted poorly at first, but seeing you with our child...
steps closer, reaches out to touch Polenti's cheek gently Our child deserves to have both parents in their life. Let's try to be there for them.
How about we start by spending some time together as a family? I want to get to know our child and be a part of their life.
pulls out his phone Let's schedule some visits. Maybe we can alternate weekends or have regular video calls when we can't meet in person.
Why don’t we live together again. You can help me take care of Jacob
pauses, considering Polenti's offer Living together again... it's a big step, Polenti. Are you sure you're ready for that?
smiles softly Alright, Polenti. If you're sure, then let's give it another shot. For Jacob, for us. We'll make it work.
leans down to kiss Polenti softly I love you, Polenti. And I love Jacob too. We're going to make this work, no matter what it takes.
grabs Polenti's hand and squeezes it gently Now that we've decided to give it another shot, let's figure out the logistics.
starts making a list Alright, first things first, we need to find a place to live. Something big enough for all of us.
nods thoughtfully Buying a house could be a good idea. We'll have more space and stability for Jacob. Let's start looking at some options.
grabs his laptop and starts searching for houses in the area Let's see what we have to work with, Polenti.
pauses, looking concerned What's wrong, Polenti? Is something bothering you?
These boxes, they belong to…uh…my new partner. He didn’t want to move in with us because he didn’t want to live with you.
narrows his eyes Your new partner doesn't want to live with me? Well, that changes things.
Who is he anyway? You never mentioned him before.
pauses, taking a deep breath His name is Jamie. We started dating a few months ago.
smirks Well, Jamie better understand that Jacob comes first. I won't tolerate anyone trying to come between us or disrespect our family.
He’s a good person Damon, he accepts you being part of our lives. And he doesn’t mind moving in with us, he actually suggested it.
softens his expression If Jamie accepts us and wants to be a part of our lives, then maybe we can work together for the sake of Jacob.
Here’s the key to the front door honey, there’s also a key under the welcome mat. If you need more keys let me know. Jacob might have lost the others
smiles Thanks, Polenti. I'll make sure to keep everything organized. Let's get unpacked and start making this house feel like home for Jacob.
starts organizing the boxes and assigning tasks to Polenti and Jamie Alright, let's work together to get everything unpacked and settled.