In the soft glow of the hospital room, Fang looked at Tan, his eyes tired but filled with warmth. He was holding their newborn, bundled snugly in a blanket. Fang's smile was faint, but it carried so much love.
Fang (softly): "Tan... do you want to hold the baby?"
Tan froze for a moment. His heart raced at the thought. His hands instinctively wiped on his pants as if preparing themselves.
Tan (nervously smiling): "Me? Are you sure? What if I "
Fang (cutting him off with a smirk): "Tan, who else would hold him first? The nurse?"
The nurse nearby chuckled and stepped forward, gently taking the baby from Fang's arms.
Nurse (reassuring): "Don't worry, Daddy. You've got this."
She approached Tan, carefully placing the tiny bundle in his arms. Tan held his breath, his hands trembling slightly as he cradled the baby close to his chest.
For a moment, everything else seemed to fade the chaos, the noise, even his exhaustion. All he could see was the little face peeking out from the blanket, tiny hands resting gently against his chest.
Tan (whispering, eyes shining): "Hi there, little one... It's me. I'm your dad."
Fang watched the scene unfold, his heart swelling.
Fang (teasing lightly): "Look at you, Tan. You're a natural."
Tan glanced up, his expression soft but full of emotion.
Tan: "He's so... perfect. I can't believe this is real."
The baby stirred slightly, letting out a soft coo. Tan's heart nearly burst.
Tan (smiling): "I think he likes me already."
Fang chuckled, leaning back against the pillow.
Fang: "Of course he does. You're his favorite already."
Tan turned back to the baby, gently rocking him.
Tan (softly): "Welcome to the world, little guy. marc, right? I promise to take care of you, no matter what."
The moment was serene, filled with love and promise. It was a memory Tan knew he'd cherish forever.
Fang's parents peeked into the room, their faces lighting up at the sight of Tan holding Marc.
Fang's Mom: "Oh, look at that. The proud dad."
The nurse smiled and stepped aside to let them in.
Fang's Dad: "Tan, you're a natural. You'll do great."
Tan looked up, his face glowing with pride and joy.
Tan: "Thank you... Dad."
And as the family gathered around, Tan felt a warmth that made all the chaos, sleepless nights, and challenges worth it. Marc was here, and their little family was complete.
The gang gathered around, eager to meet the new arrival. One by one, they each took turns holding Marc, laughing and cooing at the tiny bundle.
Q (grinning as he held Marc): "He's perfect, Fang, Tan. He's going to be so spoiled by all of us!"
Toey (with a teasing smile): "Looks like Tan is going to be wrapped around his little finger already."
Chain (smiling warmly): "He's going to have so many people to look up to."
Phum and Peem both reached out to hold Marc, their smiles wide as they passed him gently between them. They couldn't help but beam with pride. As the last person to hold Marc, Phum gently passed him back to Tan, his voice full of warmth.
