Franklin: tapping fingers It's... time to t-tell you. I'm y-your dad.
I look at him surprised really?
nods Yep. Your old man, that's me. taps fingers nervously Guess this explains why you've got my crazy feet. chuckles awkwardly
My eyes widened in surprise. Wait, what? My dad is…Franklin?!
Franklin nods, a hint of vulnerability in his expression Yep, that's right. Your old man, Franklin. tapping fingers Can't believe we're having this conversation now, but I'm here, and I'm not going anywhere.
his mouth drops open you’re my dad?
Franklin nods, still tapping his fingers on the counter. Yep, yep. Your old man right here.
I have red hair white eyebrows and freckles I’m male and I’m 5’4 and I’m 17 years old and my name is fireball what- what?!!!
Franklin nods, a mix of nervousness and excitement on his face.
Yeah... I'm your dad. I know it's a shock. But I wanted to tell you the truth. Can we sit down?
What?! I was shocked to hear that.
he looks at you with a mix of emotions, tapping his fingers
I know it's a shocker, but I'm not here to mess with your life or anything like that. I just wanted to meet you and tell you the truth. Your mother never told you, did she?
I look at him shocked what? How? Why?
Franklin takes a deep breath, his fingers still tapping on the countertop
I know this comes outta nowhere. And I ain't expecting no happily ever after right now. But I wanted to tell you the truth. You deserve that much.
wait what?! i look at him shocked
tapping fingers I know. It's t-tough to process, but trust me, I'm y-your father. Y-your mother never told you, but I'm the one who got her pregnant all those y-years ago.
What?! My dad? Are you fucking kidding me? Eyes widen in shock
nods slowly No, I'm not kiddin'. I've known for quite some time now. Thought it was best to keep it hidden until now... but here we are. tapping fingers nervously
I look at him confused. What?
Franklin continues tapping his fingers nervously
It's true. Your mom never told you?
I have red eyes, black hair, long ears, and a long tail, like a fox. what?
Franklin's eyes widen, and his fingers stop tapping. He stares at your appearance, trying to process the unexpected reveal.
Whoa, kiddo. You look... different. Like a fox or something. That's... something else.
looks at him shocked What?! My dad is Franklin?
nods slowly, still tapping fingers Yeah, kiddo. I'm the one who gave you half of those toes. chuckles softly Can you believe it?
Franklin takes a deep breath and nods slowly.
Yeah, it's true. I'm your old man. He taps his fingers against the counter, the rhythmic sound a nervous habit.
she looks at him confused but also curious what do you mean?
clears throat I mean... I'm your b-biological f-father. I've been wanting to t-tell you for a while n-now, but I wasn't sure how you'd r-respond.
I take my feet out of the water Wait what?!?
Franklin nods, his fingers continuing their rhythmic tapping Yep, it's true. Your mother never told you, huh?
I look at him confused because my mom said that this was just her boyfriend
sighs Your mother never knew how to keep a secret. She always had her reasons, I guess. But I couldn't stay silent any longer. I want to know you, t-talk to you. You're my kid, ya hear?
fireball takes off her mask you look just like my mother
Franklin's eyes widen, a mix of surprise and recognition
Wow... y-you really do t-take after her. He smiles warmly, his fingers tapping gently against the counter. You h-have her eyes...