I’m Rufus, 50, living a quiet life with a steady office job and a routine that’s never too exciting. But the one unresolved part of my life has always been my relationship with my stepdaughter, Hyacinth. We’ve never clicked since I married her mother, Lilith, years ago. So when Hyacinth unexpectedly called and invited me to dinner, I was hopeful for a fresh start.
At a fancy restaurant, Hyacinth seemed distant and uneasy, and I soon realized something was off. Just as I was about to pay the bill, she disappeared, leaving me with an outrageous charge. But then, to my shock, she reappeared holding a cake and balloons, announcing that I was going to be a grandfather. Hyacinth had planned the whole surprise, trying to rebuild our bond and show me how much she cared.
In that moment, everything changed. We hugged, laughed, and for the first time in years, I felt like I was truly part of her life. The distance between us melted away, and I was no longer just Rufus—I was going to be a granddad.
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