NEW YORK CITY, USA
In the study, Jay raked his hand through his blond hair in relief. He felt as though finally the world had decided to go his way.
He looked up from the computer screen to his family, who were watching and listening to his conversation with Alex’s parents. Beth, Gracie, and Stephanie squeezed in the small sofa. His father, Tom, sat on the other side with Kelly and Sam. Near the side table, Maggie popped the champagne and everyone cheered.
As Maggie poured wine into glasses, Tom went round to the computer screen and introduced himself to the Stewarts. “Hello, I’m Tom McCartney, Jayden’s father.”
On the other side, Gracie came around and hugged Jayden. “I’m so proud of you.”
Jay chuckled. “Thanks.”
“And you’ll make her happy?”
“I will.”
“Champagne, everyone,” Maggie said, going around and giving one to everyone.
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