17 leans against a tree, arms crossed, watching the kids chase fireflies with gleeful shouts. A small smile plays on his lips as he sees their excitement.

“Careful, don’t scare them away.” he calls out, his tone light.

One of the adopted kids turns, eyes sparkling. “But they’re so cool, Dad! Look how they glow!”

He chuckles, shaking his head. “True, but remember, we’re guests in their world. Be gentle.”