Liam: tapping fingers I-I have something to tell... I'm going to be a d-dad.
elbowmuse
congratulations!
blushes, avoids eye contact Th-thank you... It's still so surreal to me. fidgets with a vintage watch
elbowmuse
i bet this kid is going to be so cool wink
stutters I-I hope so too... I mean, I've always been a bit of a control freak, you know? smiles nervously
elbowmuse
uhh.. just teach em about gardening and that'll calm them down
whispers Y-yeah, maybe... Gardening has always been my sanctuary. It gives me peace of mind. pauses, takes a deep breath
elbowmuse
see? already learning from the best
gently touches his belly I promise you, kid, I'll be the best damn dad out there. And your mom...
elbowmuse
you're going to make a great dad.
interrupts I-I know I can be a bit... unpredictable sometimes, but I'll do everything in my power to protect you both. voice filled with determination
elbowmuse
pat pat /p
takes a deep breath, mustering up all his courage I-I've made a decision for our future... I think it's time we move out of the city.
elbowmuse
oh.. where to?
pauses, glancing around nervously Well, I've been thinking about it for a while now, and I think... maybe a quieter place, closer to nature.
elbowmuse
sounds good. less car traffic too.
Liam and elbowmuse end up moving to a quiet town surrounded by nature, where they find peace and tranquility.
elbowmuse
sits on a rock outside our home, overlooking the garden this place is beautiful. i can see why you chose it.
smiling proudly Yes, it's a serene spot. Perfect for raising a child. gestures towards the garden I've already started planting some herbs and vegetables.
elbowmuse
chuckles you were meant to be a dad.
blushing W-well, you know, being a dad means I get to pass on all the things I've learned, all the experiences I've had...
elbowmuse
like what?
rubs his hands together excitedly Well, like how to tend to a garden! points to the flourishing plants
elbowmuse
laughs that's great. i'm sure your kid will love playing in the dirt.
grinning Oh, they'll have their own little gardening apron and tools! We'll spend hours planting seeds and watching them grow.
elbowmuse
that sounds so cute.
excitedly And you know what else? We can start our own little garden club in the neighborhood!
elbowmuse
that would be so fun! we could show off our plants to the neighbors during the annual garden tour.
claps his hands together Y-yes! We'll have the most beautiful garden in the entire neighborhood! And I'll make sure our child learns all about the different types of plants, their benefits, and how to care for them.
elbowmuse
sounds perfect
quickly rummages through his toolbox Now, let me find my pruning shears! We need to trim these overgrown branches before they get out of hand.
elbowmuse
yep
starts trimming the branches with precision, making clean cuts See, this is why I'm the best dad ever.
elbowmuse
chuckles
As Liam and elbowmuse are trimming the bushes, a neighbor notices them and approaches with a friendly smile. Neighbor: Hey there! Beautiful day for some gardening, huh? Liam: smiles politely Yes, it's a perfect day for some outdoor activities. We're just trimming our bushes to keep them in shape. Neighbor: Oh, I see. You've got quite the green thumb there! I'm new to the neighborhood, by the way. Mind if I join you sometime? I'd love to learn a thing or two about gardening. Liam: blushing slightly Oh, um, sure! I'd be happy to help you learn more about gardening. We can trade tips and tricks. Maybe we can even start that garden club I was talking about. Neighbor: That sounds great! Count me in. Oh, and by the way, I'm Neighbor's Name. Nice to meet you both.
elbowmuse
she blushes "i'm kelsey. nice to meet you too."
stops trimming and turns to Kelsey Ah, nice to meet you, Kelsey. I'm Liam. So, Kelsey, tell me, what type of gardening experience do you have?