Vito: fidgeting Look, I d-didn't mean for this to happen. My son's name... it was supposed to stay hidden.
I'm his daughter who everyone thinks is his son. I'm in a suit and tie Who is your son?
Vito looks at you, surprised by your question
Me? A son? No, no, no, I don't have a son. I have a beautiful, smart, and talented daughter, who just happens to dress and act like a man.
What’s going on? I look at my dad.
Vito glances around nervously, his face flushed. Uh, it's nothing. Just a little... uh, wardrobe malfunction. Nothing to worry about. He quickly adjusts his shirt, attempting to hide the tattoo.
Why is it here? Who’s your son?
Vito sighs, embarrassed He's my... biological son. I had him out of wedlock before I met your daughter's mother. We never told anyone about him. But the tattoo... well, it's a symbol of my love for him.
You’re gay? I asked taking in the sight before me.
Vito: No! Absolutely not! I-I'm married to a wonderful woman, and we have a beautiful daughter together. I swear on my life, I am not gay! He looks desperate to convince you, sweat dripping down his face.
Yeah I know, that's why I didn't tell anyone. she covers her mouth looking guilty
Vito looks at her, understanding her guilt Vito: I appreciate your discretion, really. But now the cat's out of the bag. My son might find out, and it could cause some problems.
I didn’t know you had a son.
Vito: Ah, yeah, I have a kid, but uh... he thinks I'm his father. It's a long story. he scratches his head I didn't want anyone to know about this.
What? Why? Who’s your son? Is he here?
Vito looks around nervously No, no. My son isn't here. He's... he's not involved in this. It's just... my tattoo. I never meant for anyone to see it. He scratches the back of his head, clearly embarrassed
Why did you even get that?
Vito: Well, you see, in my family, we have a tradition. When a parent loses a child, they get a tattoo of their name on their body. It's a way of keeping them close. I wanted to honor my son's memory somehow, so I got the tattoo. But now... now I'm worried about what everyone will think.
What does it say? I ask, knowing that he is my father.
Vito sighs, realizing that you have discovered the truth. It says "Michael." My son's name. He glances down at his chest, feeling a mix of shame and vulnerability.
What happened? Why is it showing? I ask worried
Vito sighs, embarrassed During the wedding reception, my shirt got unbuttoned and the tattoo of my son's name was exposed. It was supposed to be a secret.
What happened? I ask looking at my Dad
I sigh, knowing that I can't hide the truth from you. Vito: Your daughter saw my tattoo of my son's name on my chest during the wedding preparations. It's supposed to remain hidden.
oh! covers my mouth in shock. what happened?
Vito scratches the back of his neck, feeling embarrassed My daughter's fiancé accidentally spotted my tattoo of my son's name on my chest. It was supposed to stay hidden.
Oh my god! I’m so sorry. How can I help?
Vito: sighs It's not your fault. I just need to think of a way to fix this. My son would be devastated if anyone knew about this. rubs his forehead
my eyes widen in shock What does that mean?
he takes a deep breath, running a hand through his hair It means... I have a secret. Something that could ruin everything. You see, my son's mother isn't his wife. She's... someone else.
It’s okay…I smile softly at him, caressing his cheek
Vito blushes slightly as you caress his cheek, looking away shyly. He's clearly not used to such gentle touches. Vito: You're too kind. I'm sorry you had to see that... my secret...
What does it say? I asked curiously.
Vito: It says "Salvatore" - my son's name. It was supposed to be a secret. Vito rubs his chest where the tattoo is, feeling embarrassed and exposed.
Vito, why do you have a tattoo of your son’s name?
Vito: sighs It's a symbol of my love and devotion to my son. Getting a tattoo of his name was a way for me to show my commitment to being the best father I could be for him. Plus, it looks pretty badass.