//------------------------------// // Twenty Two - Parental Blessings // Story: MommAdagio // by EagleOfDeath15 //------------------------------// - 2 Weeks Later - [6 Months, 2 Weeks Into Pregnancy] Today was just another summer’s day. Flash and I sat in the backyard on the sun beds, relaxing under the shade from the sun’s warm rays. The girls were also here and decided to come by to keep Adagio company for her sake, now that she had trouble moving around with her pregnancy. The girls’ voices were loud and could be heard clearly from outside even with the doors closed. At least they’re having fun, that’s all that mattered. I sighed and folded my hands behind my head. “Man, I wonder what the girls are doing. They’re quite loud,” Flash mumbled. I chuckled shortly. “Let them have their fun. Girls will always be girls just like boys will be boys,” I replied. Flash sighed. “I guess I can’t argue with that.” Suddenly, my phone started buzzing and the ringtone began playing. I opened my eyes and picked up my phone. It was a call from my dad. I answered the call and held the phone to my ear. “Hey, dad,” I greeted.   “Hey, son. Sorry to bother you but are you free at the moment?” he asked. I paused for a moment, thinking if I had anything else to do today.         “No, I don’t think so. Is there something important going on?” “I believe it is important, especially since it involves Adagio’s parents.” I froze up all of a sudden, a nervous sensation running down my spine. “W-woah, I-I’m in trouble? I swear I didn’t do anything wrong!” I stuttered. I could hear dad laughing over the phone. “Relax, son. You’re not in trouble. We just want to discuss some things with you in private,” he reassured. I sighed in relief. “I see.” “Now that you’ve mentioned it, have you been behaving yourself, young man?” dad asked. “O-of course!” dad laughed again. “Alright, just making sure. You’re quite paranoid just like your mother sometimes.” I rolled my eyes. “Well, I can come down now if you’d like,” I offered. “That would be great. The sooner the better. See you at our house then?” I hummed in response. “Alright son, see you soon.” “See you soon, dad,” I bade. The call ended. “Grand called?” Flash asked. “Yeah. Adagio’s and my parents need me. They want to discuss some things in private. “Alright. Well, if you need to go, then go for it. I’ll be waiting here.” I nodded. I stood up from my sunbed and made my way inside. I stopped in the doorway for a moment and turned my head around. “Why don’t you ask Twilight to keep you company? Flashy will be lonely,” I teased, winking. Flash blushed and rolled his eyes. I chuckled. I went upstairs to my bedroom, got changed into a fresh pair of casual clothing, and grabbed my car keys. I made my way downstairs and stopped in the doorway of the living room where the girls were immersed in their rowdy conversation. “Hey, girls,” I greeted. “Hey, Clavier,” they returned. “What’s up? Do you need something?” Adagio asked. “Not really. I was just going to inform you that I’m heading outside to run an important errand, okay?” Adagio nodded. “Alright, sweetie. Take care!” I slowed down as I reached my parents’ residence. The main gate to the house was open. Adagio’s and my parentswere visibly waiting at the front with smiles etched on their faces. I slowly entered the gate and parked my car. I stepped out and approached my parents, holding out my arms for a hug. They closed in and accepted the embrace.         “Look at you, mature and growing up already young man,” dad said. I chuckled.    “I take things are well?” mum asked. I hummed in response. I turned around to face Adagio’s parents, Flux and Dulcet. I smiled and the two held out their arms for an embrace. “It’s good to see you, Clavier,” Flux greeted. “Goodness, you look worse for wear.” “You can say that again.” Flux burst into laughter and patted my back. “You have much to tell us, Clavier. We haven’t had the time to visit recently with all the work,” Dulcet said. “Oh, I’m sure I have some to go around. Shall we head inside then?” I asked. The quartet nodded. We entered my parents’ house and went to the living room. I took a seat on one of the chairs that was in the middle of the large space. My parents and Flux and Dulcet gathered around me and sat down in the other chairs.     “So,” Dulcet started. “How’s my Adagio doing lately? Is she well?” I tapped my chin, thinking of how to start.      “Well, she’s doing great. Our friends and I are there to look after her and make sure her needs are attended to.” I yawned and covered my mouth politely.        “You look awfully tired my boy,” Flux pointed out. I let out a tired chuckle.         “Eh, it’s nothing. I’m kind of used to the sleepless night routine now. Wish I could get plenty of sleep though,” I said tiredly. “What about her hormones?” my mum asked. “Kept under control and it’s less common than before. Although, she burst out in public according to the girls. Shame I wasn’t there.”   Flux laughed. “Remember that time, hon--mmmmm!” Dulcet interrupted Flux’s sentence by covering her hand over his mouth. “I still remember that advice Flux and dad gave me. Thanks guys,” I said appreciatively. Dad smiled while Flux held a thumbs up.         “Glad it helped. Didn’t want you going through what we had.” My mum glared at dad. I chuckled, noticing the nervous expression on his face. “Oh! How’s our precious grandchild-to-be? Is it a boy? Is it a girl?” mum asked. “Haha, you guys have been missing out on a lot. The baby’s doing great and she can move now too,” I answered. “She? You mean the baby’s a girl?” I nodded. Mum and Dulcet ecstatically burst into joy. I looked at dad who shrugged. “I told you the baby was going to be a girl! Grandmother’s instinct,” Dulcet boasted proudly. Flux shrugged.       “Clavier, that’s wonderful to hear that the baby can now move. What did you and Adagio name her?” dad asked. “Actually, Adagio chose the name, Aria Blaze. Seems fitting don’t you think?” The four parents hummed. “Indeed. A fitting name for a baby girl. Aria Blaze Melody. I like it,” dad agreed. The others hummed in agreement. “Thanks. Is there anything else you guys wanted to ask? I was wondering what you all needed me here for?” I reminded. Dad straightened up and cleared his throat. “Ah, yes. Your mother and I have been in a deep discussion with Flux and Dulcet regarding an… important topic. This mainly involves them more so than us. Flux?” Flux nodded. “Yes. What your father said is correct. Clavier, there’s just not enough words I can say to describe you. You’re a trustworthy, kind, and caring young man who strives to meet, if not, exceed the expectations of your parents and your own good ambitions and I hold utmost respect for that.” I smiled, moved by Flux’s words. “Clavier.” I turned towards Dulcet. “Every word my husband has said, I mutually feel the same. I’d also like to say thank you for everything on Flux’s behalf and we appreciate all that you’ve done for Adagio. When you were still young, I knew there was a spark between you and my daughter and all you needed was a little push of encouragement. A mother can tell with her own eyes. While certain things have turned out a little… differently, we’re still proud of you both for your achievements and we hope you’ll continue to lean to your dreams. I know you have a bright future ahead of you.”  ‘But what is going on?’ I thought. I found it a little strange how Flux and Dulcet were explaining and crediting me for things.  I’m not sure where this was going but I’ll continue to listen and see where it goes. “Clavier, I know I’ve already asked you this before, but do you truly love our daughter?” Flux asked. I nodded my head rapidly.         “With all my life. She’s the one I feel I can go to in times of need. I wouldn’t have it any other way.” Flux gazed at me longingly as if studying me. He sighed and nodded. “That’s reassuring. Thank you, I needed to hear that.” I nodded in acknowledgement. “Are you willing to be by her side?” Dulcet asked. “Of course. Without her, I’m nothing. She’s my life.” Dulcet smiled, sighing in relief. Flux and Dulcet looked at one another for a moment and nodded as if agreeing to something. “I think my wife and I have come to an agreed decision,” Flux said. He and Dulcet looked over to my parents, then to me. “Decision? What decision?” I asked, confused. "Before we tell you, I just want to ask you something. Do you have any plans to marry our daughter?” I sat still, exchanging an unbroken glance with Dulcet and Flux. I let their words sink in and my mind thought of one thing. The answer was clear without a doubt.         ‘Adagio’s the girl I love and the one I want to spend my life with,’I thought. I dropped out of my thoughts and looked back up to face the two. I nodded in response to their question. “Yes, I do. It’s been on my mind recently. There’s no doubt she’s the one I want to spend my life with,” I answered. Flux and Dulcet looked at one another and nodded. My parents met their gazes, mentally agreeing on something I was kept out of. “Then it is decided,” Flux declared. “Clavier, I don’t think we could ask for better when the man our daughter loves stands in front of us. My wife and I give you our blessings of approval.” My eyes grew in shock and my jaw hung open. I couldn’t believe what I was hearing. Was I imagining things? Was I hearing things? I shook my head and decided to ask again. “Pardon me but could you repeat that please?” Flux smiled. “We approve of you taking our daughter’s hand in marriage,” he reassured. I stood up slowly, shocked and speechless. The four got up and gathered around, pulling me into a hug. “We welcome you into our family, son,” Flux whispered. A smile leisurely grew on my lips and my eyes flashed joyfully. I returned to reality and wrapped my arms around the four. “Thank you, Flux and Dulcet. I’d be honored. That means a lot to me.” Dulcet chuckled. “Please, there’s no need to call us by our names. You can call us mum and dad as well. We’re going to be a part of each other’s families someday and merge into one,” Dulcet explained. I wasn’t sure how to respond but nodded in their embrace. “Alright then… mum and dad.” I couldn’t help but burst out laughing. “Sorry, it just feels weird to call you two that. It might take me some time getting used to.” Dulcet giggled. “We understand that. This is new to you after all.” I pulled away from their embrace, a smile etched on my lips. “Well, does that mean we finally get to be actual brothers, partner?” dad asked Flux. The two shared a laugh. “I thought I’d never see the day my dear. We’re going to be sisters too!” mum exclaimed. The two mothers giggled amongst themselves and shared a hug. I stood there and smiled. I was happy for the four who were occupied among each other in joy. Most of all, I was glad that many good things were coming our way and I’m sure many more were to come. I couldn’t wait for the day our families will become one, the day of the moment and the day Adagio and I get to meet our child for the first time. This was the start of the road to my future.         I bade goodbye to my parents, Flux, and Dulcet before making my way back home. I still couldn’t believe the recent events that  occurred today. I smiled as I reminisced it all. I made it back home and parked my car in the front garage. I opened the front door to be greeted by the sounds of the girls’ racket still present. I sighed in relief, smiling. I went to the living room to check up on everyone. “Hey girls,” I greeted. “Hey, Clavier. You’ve been gone for some time,” Sunset greeted. “Yeah, sorry. Had a lot of things to sort out,” I replied. “How’d the errand go?” Adagio asked. I grinned. I approached Adagio and planted a small kiss on her lips. “Went quite well. Love you,” I whispered. I chuckled quietly, noticing Adagio’s faint blush on her cheeks. I turned and left for the backyard, hoping Flash was still there. As I left the living room, I caught word of a few mumbles. “What was that all about?” Twilight mumbled. “No idea,” Adagio replied quietly. I smiled. Determination ran inside me and I was dedicated to uphold my promise. Soon the moment will come where we will become a real family.