➥𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐔𝐄𝐃
William Vincent Marcos a single father, who was left to take care of his son after his ex wife left him to pursue her career.
When Vinny returns to his hometown, what happens when he runs into his childhood friend once more...
We had just arrived in Manila, and as we drove past the skyscrapers, I was left wondering how my parents would respond. Would they welcome my son or would they shame me in the family?
In the backseat, Liam was not with me, he was comfortably dozing on Kuya Simon's arms. Kuya Sandro was seated in the passenger seat, typing away on his phone.
When our house finally came into view, I started to feel uneasy. I tapped kuya Simon's shoulder to wake him, when kuya Armando halted the vehicle.
As I stroked my son's head, Simon said, " Kuya Si, andito na tayo sa bahay. " He then groaned. Kuya Sandro said, " Gising na kayo. Una muna ako sa loob sunod nalang kayo 3 doon." He then opened the door and left.
I was going to approach the door, but I can't help but feel really anxious. Kuya Simon stroked my shoulders, perhaps sensing my anxiety. He told me, as he repositioned Liam on his arms, " It will be fine, Vin. " I flashed him a slender smile and nodded my head.
I opened the door and inhaled deeply before moving towards it. I truly can't help but feel a little apprehensive to inform mom and dad about it because I'm genuinely worried about their reaction to me bringing a child home.
As I walked into the room, I saw my parents conversing with Kuya Sandro. When they all turned to face me, they just stared at me in shock.
" Vinny anak. " Mom said and rushed to hug me. " Anak ko, namiss ka namin. I'm glad your home na. Kumusta kana ? "
" Hi mom. I'm good. Ah mom, pops ? I would like you to meet someone. " I said as soon as I pulled away from mom's hug. " Ano yun, son ? " I took a deep breath and looked at Kuya Simon who was at my back.
" Simon, kaninong bata yang dala mo ? " Pop enquired. Kuya Simon touched my back and I sensed his presence. Kuya Sandro signaled for me to continue by nodding his head.
" Si Liam po, pops. Uhm anak ko po. " I said as I took my son on kuya's arms, nagsitinginan sila mom and pops sa mga kapatid ko. I bowed my head down and put a hand on my son's head while I felt him stir.
" I'm sorry po kung di ko pa nasabi sainyo. I was scared on what your reaction would be. I'm sorry to disappoint you both dad, mom. And I'm sorry din po for hiding this for a long time. "
Mom murmured, " Oh dear. " and I blinked my eyes when they promptly embraced me in a hug.
Mom patted my cheeks and I couldn't help but sob as she continued, " I understand anak, your Kuya Sandro just explained it to us kanina and sa kung anong nangyari sayo don sa Singapore. Anak ko. " Pops was adoringly looking at my son.
" Ano pala full name ng apo namin, anak ? "Pops questioned as he fixed his gaze on my son, who was now awake and looking curiously at my parents. I said, " William Vincent Marcos Jr. Liam po tawag namin sa kanya, Pops. " with pride, and he grinned and stroked my shoulder.
He replied, slowly grabbing Liam away from me, " You finally have a junior of your own anak. Also, don't apologize, you've suffered enough from her. I'm proud of you son for being tough. And of course, for being a great parent to my apo. "
" Hello, Liam apo ko. I'm your lolo pops by the way. Halika doon muna tayo sa garden. Ang gwapo mo naman apo ko. "Pops remarked as I watched them make their way towards the garden, Kuya Sandro in tow.
Mom grabbed my hand and we walked towards the sofa, sumunod din si Kuya Simon. When we were settled on the sofa, I played with my fingers.
" Are you staying here for good naba anak ? " Mom asked as she caressed my hand, I nodded my head and gave her a faint smile.
" Ah mom ? " Kuya Simon called, " yes anak ano yun ? "
" I'm actually planning on getting Vincent here sa company to work as the company's software engineer. " He said and I immediately looked at my brother in shock.
" K-kuya kaya ko naman mag hanap ng trabaho para sa amin ni Liam, baka hindi kami dito mag stay sa bahay. You don't need to do this for me kuya , you have done a lot of things sa amin ng anak ko nung nasa Singapore pa ako. " I said, he shook his head and patted my back, mom's hold on my hands tightens.
" Just let me do this for the both of you Vinny. "
" And anak, dito ka nalang sa bahay. We are willing to take care of Liam anytime, for our apo. Nakakamiss mag alaga ng bata, oh how I remembered taking of you three. "
" Mom, kuya Si.... " I said and broke down in tears, they engulfed me in a hug and patted my back. " A group hug without us ? " Pops suddenly said, we both pulled away and I laughed and wiped my tears.
Pops slowly walked towards us and patted my head, Kuya Sandro then smiled. " You won't be leaving the house Vinny. Will be taking turns in taking care of Liam here na gising na and hyper na jusko. " He said to my son who was now giggling.
" Dada... " He said and made grabby hands. I then carried him and kissed his forehead.
" Were finally home, anak. " I said and looked at my family who were all giving me a smile of contentment.
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