Patricia

“I'm so happy. One of my birthday wishes is coming to pass, and it's not even my birthday yet.” Ray says, squealing.

She gives her dad a high-five and hugs him tightly.

“Thanks, Dad. I have a mother now, and soon a sister, and then a brother, and one big happy family. Here is for a job well done, Daddy.” She says raising her hands for another high-five while Jordan and I watch in amusement.

“I'm the happiest child in the world right now, Daddy. Dreams do come true.”

"Yeah, baby, dreams do come true,” Jordan says, staring at me.

“I'll leave you two lovebirds. I want to tell Ashanti that she has to come for the wedding.”

“Okay, baby.”

“Mom, I'll be back before you know it.” She clicks her tongue and sashays out before I can respond.

“You make us all happy. I love you, Süsser. I wouldn't want to do this world with anyone else than you.”

“I love you too, Jai.” The doorbell rings, calling our attention.

“That must be mom and dad,” Jordan says.

“I'm so nervous. What if they don't like me en