Aiden's spectral form reached Fluffynugget; Ivy turned to look at Aiden with a blush on her face. Fluffynugget's sparkling eyes were locked on Aiden, three pear-shaped crystals on his forehead pulsing brighter. His sharp, doll-like face lit up with pure, unfiltered joy as Aiden dropped to his knees in front of the boy, strong hands settling on his narrow shoulders.
"Daddy…"
The single word hit Aiden like a physical caress. He blinked once, then felt the smile bloom across his own face—wide, genuine, and laced with fatherly pride.
"So I have a son now," Aiden said aloud, voice low and warm, carrying perfectly into the room. "And a beautiful one at that?"
Fluffynugget's giggle burst out like crystal bells, tiny and bright. He turned his head toward Ivy, cheeks flushing with innocent excitement, and pointed with both soft hands.
"Mommy!"
Then back to Aiden, eyes sparkling.
"Daddy!"
