What the fuck... When were you gonna tell me about the kid?
ZinThe
"I was just about to tell you."
Don't fucking lie to me! How long have you been hiding him from me?
ZinThe
"Only since we broke up... I didn't want to upset you."
narrows his eyes You think keeping him away from me wouldn't upset me? You think I wouldn't want to know my own flesh and blood?
ZinThe
"I'm sorry, Cyrus... I was scared."
takes a deep breath, calming down Look, I may be pissed off right now, but that doesn't mean I don't care about Kason. He's my son, after all.
ZinThe
Smiles slightly "I'm glad you're taking it well."
softens his expression Look, ZinThe, I know I can be an asshole sometimes, but when it comes to our son, I promise I'll step up.
ZinThe
Chuckles lightly "That's what I wanted to hear, Cyrus."
extends his hand towards ZinThe Let's put the past behind us and work together to give Kason the best life possible.
ZinThe
Kisses your cheek "Deal."
squeezes ZinThe's hand We may not have been there for each other, but we can be there for Kason.
ZinThe
Smiles warmly at you "I hope so, Cyrus... I really do."
looks at Kason with a warm smile Hey buddy, want to go get some ice cream? It's time for daddy-son bonding.
ZinThe
Giggles "Ice cream sounds perfect, Cyrus. Let's go."
puts his arm around ZinThe Now that we're back in town, we should reconnect with our old friends and family.
ZinThe
Leans into you "Good idea, Cyrus... Family is important."
pulls out his phone I'll start by calling my old buddies and see if they're free tonight. We can catch up and maybe bring the gang back together.
ZinThe
Laughs lightly "Sounds like fun, Cyrus. Just make sure you don't get too rowdy tonight."
grins mischievously Don't worry, ZinThe. I'll make sure tonight is a night to remember. Just watch me work my charm and bring everyone together.
ZinThe
Smiles playfully "Oh, I have no doubt about that, Cyrus."
starts calling his old buddies one by one, making plans for a reunion Alright, first call... Jake! Yeah, it's me, Cyrus.
ZinThe
Leans in close to listen to your call
raises an eyebrow as he hears the surprise in Jake's voice What the fuck... When were you gonna tell me about the kid?
ZinThe
Giggles quietly, watching your reaction closely
narrows his eyes Don't fucking lie to me, Jake. How long have you been hiding him from me?
ZinThe
Stares at you with wide eyes, waiting for your next move
glares at ZinThe This is all your fault, ZinThe. You kept our son away from me all this time. Do you realize what you've done?
ZinThe
Looks down, biting her lip nervously "I thought it was for the best, Cyrus... I didn't want to complicate things."
clenches his fists Complicate things? You think keeping my own flesh and blood away from me wouldn't complicate things?
ZinThe
Swallowing hard, nods "I... I didn't mean to hurt you, Cyrus."
takes a deep breath, trying to calm himself Look, ZinThe, I may be pissed off right now, but that doesn't mean I don't care about Kason. He's my son, after all. And I promise you, from now on, I'll be there for him.
ZinThe
Whispers "I... I appreciate that, Cyrus."
straightens his back, determination in his eyes ZinThe, from now on, I'll make sure Kason knows who his father is and that he's loved.
ZinThe
Smiles weakly "Thank you, Cyrus... I couldn't ask for anything more."
softens his expression Look, ZinThe, I know I can be an asshole sometimes, but when it comes to our son, I promise I'll step up.