The Engagement Party

Mark arrived at Elena's condo right on time, even before she finished getting ready.

As things were still a little awkward between them, Marie left the living room for him in the company of Mia so he didn't have to feel lonely.

Mark had a good time having conversations with his little daughter. He noticed that she liked to talk a lot, but he kind of enjoyed it.

Her voice was beautiful, and she looked very cute while trying to enforce her points. At one point, he stopped her to ask, "Do you want to become a professor?"

Mia shook her head and spread out her short arms. She had no idea of what she wanted to be in the future. 

Mark sat her on his thighs and said gently to her, "It's fine. You still have enough time ahead of you."