ด้วยรักตลอดไป (With Love, Forever)

Jeff

My mother, Jackson, and I were chatting when Xinxin woke up.

"Papa, papa, I'm hungry."

"Hello, love. Come on. Let me prepare you a snack."

Xinxin, still half asleep, bounded into her dad's arms, who carried her to the kitchen. I told my mom I would go help and went to the kitchen, watching as Jackson effortlessly balanced Xinxin on one arm while using the other hand to take snacks out. I went over; taking the snacks out of his hand.

"Let me help."

Jackson looked at me and then nodded, stepping back as I took over. I cut up some cheese and put it on crackers, some fruit and milk as instructed by Jackson. I laid it on the table, and Jackson sat down with Xinxin still on his lap, who was asking to be fed. I watched quietly as Jackson obliged and fed her.

My mom came over and ruffled Xinxin's hair, checking if she was doing better. Xinxin nodded. My mom said she would shower Xinxin thereafter, and we could all do lunch. We agreed, and both Jackson and I prepped lunch while my mom showered Xinxin.

She came out feeling much more refreshed, and we had a hearty lunch together. Post lunch, I casually asked Xinxin if she wanted me to play the piano with her, and she agreed. She sat next to me, and we actually had a very quick 30-minute lesson.

Post it, Xinxin went off to play while I turned around to a gobsmacked Jackson.

"That's by far the most obedient I have ever seen her during lessons! You should watch her with me! She cries, whines, and makes such a fuss. My helper has to always step in and rescue one of us!"

I laughed at him as I told him, it's because I'm her teacher so she probably saw me differently. Jackson groaned.

"No wonder schools and teachers will always be in demand."

I laughed at his silly words. My mom and I finally left around 6pm; just before dinner as his helper came back earlier. Just as I was about to leave, Xinxin held onto me.

"Mr Jyff; will I see you soon?"

"You will, baby. I will come see you for piano every Sunday, shall I? Wouldn't it be fun?"

Xinxin nodded excitedly, and I looked up at Jackson, winking discreetly. He was amused, seeing how I had slid in piano lessons without much fuss and how quickly she had accepted it. He nodded at me, and I said I would swing by on Sunday.

Jackson kissed my mom softly on her cheeks, thanking her for coming by and helping him out for the day. He shook my hand, thanking me too. I just grinned and went off, not before getting his number so we could discuss over Xinxin if needed.