But the carnival was soon over, and she had to go.

Dylan drove her back to her apartment. It was 3:00 AM.

They stepped out of the car. Paul was asleep in Dylan's arms.

“He's so adorable even when he’s asleep,” Dylan said, looking lovingly at his son.

Ariel smiled.

“Yes. He looks just like you.”

“Oh.”

Ariel looked at Dylan for a long time before saying.

“Thank you. For everything.”

Dylan nodded and smiled, handing her Paul as gently as he could so as not to wake him up.

“It's okay. Don't forget to show up for our wedding next week.”

“I will.”

They looked at each other for...