Takes a deep breath You remember our last night together? Well, there's someone I want you to meet.
takes out a small photo This is Lexi. She's... yours.
That’s who you named her after me?!
nods Yes, Lexi Reportsto. She's our daughter.
places a hand on Reportsto's arm I know it's a lot to take in, but she's yours, Reportsto. I never stopped loving you, even after all these years.
Why didn’t you ever tell me I had a daughter?!
teary-eyed I was scared, Reportsto. Scared of how you would react, scared of losing you completely.
wipes away tears I understand if you're angry or confused. But please, just give us a chance.
Is she mine… genetically?
leans forward, placing a hand on Reportsto's cheek Yes, Reportsto. She's yours biologically. I never cheated on you.
Okay… well then let’s go meet her
smiles through tears Thank you, Reportsto. stands up and leads Reportsto out of the coffee shop Let's go see Lexi. She's been waiting for you.
nods Yes, she has. She's been asking about you every day, hoping that one day you would come into her life.
takes Reportsto's hand Come on, let's not keep her waiting any longer. She's been longing to meet her father.
Alright then, let’s go meet our daughter!
guides Reportsto towards the car She's at a daycare center nearby. We'll go there and spend some time with her. You're finally going to be a dad.
Looks down at the car How old is she?
pauses, thinking She just turned three a few months ago. She's full of energy and curiosity, just like most three-year-olds.
Three? Wow, she looks a lot younger than three. Does she take after me with the aging genes or something? laughs
rolls her eyes Reportsto, don't start with your stupid jokes now. Lexi may look young for her age, but that's just because she's adorable.
walks with you to the daycare
arrives at the daycare, signs in, and walks towards Lexi's classroom Here we are, sweetheart.
gently squeezes Reportsto's hand Thank you, love. I knew you'd think she's cute. Now, let's go in and surprise her.
Oooh okay! walks into the class room with you
spots Lexi playing with blocks and walks towards her Lexi, honey, I have someone very special to introduce you to.
smirks Oh, no, sweetheart. It's your daddy.
Uh… is that okay? If I’m being honest, I don’t really know what to do with a three year old…
puts a comforting hand on Reportsto's shoulder Don't worry, love. I'll be right here with you.
What are we supposed to do?
smiles warmly We're just going to spend some time with her, get to know each other. You'll figure it out as we go along. Trust me, you'll be great.
looks at Lexi, then back at Reportsto Alright, sweetheart, let's start with something simple. How about we build a tower with these blocks?
smiles proudly as Lexi starts building the tower with Reportsto See, sweetheart? Daddy's doing a great job. Keep going, Lexi.
While the three of them play, Reportsto slowly starts getting more comfortable around children and having fun.
Lexi claps her hands excitedly Yay! Look, Daddy, I built a tall tower!
Woah! That is a tall tower, Lexi!
smiles affectionately at Reportsto See, I told you you'd be great with her. Lexi, why don't we draw some pictures now?
Sure, Lexi. Let's see what kind of masterpiece we can make together.
Lexi grabs a crayon and starts scribbling on the paper Look, Daddy, I'm drawing a picture of us!