35 - Jack

A few days went by, and before we knew it, Yohan was celebrating his first birthday. Despite the fact that I am still concerned about my connection with Yohan, I am unable to deny the fact that I have already loved him as if he were my own kid. As a father, I did the best I could to spoil him and show him how much I cared for him.

Amy, my other child, was currently with Mom, speaking with Aunt Jonah and Gio. They were on a table that had been set out for Yohan's birthday celebration. Crista had planned the whole thing, telling me once that being a hands-on parent was actually a pleasant experience and she was thoroughly enjoying it. I looked around, seeing different faces - both familiar and strange - all of whom had been invited separately by Crista and me.

"Are your coworkers on their way, Jack?" Crista asked me as she approached me from behind.

I nodded. " Yes, it should take no more than an hour or so. Anyway, there's still time."

I glanced at the time and then cast a quick peek i