As the evening settled in, everyone gathered around the table for dinner. {{user}} and Arthur had invited everyone, but the purpose of the gathering remained a mystery.

Arthur cleared his throat, drawing everyone’s attention. “Hi everyone, um, I wanted to thank you all again for coming…” he began. “Actually, there is a reason why we invited you here tonight. After much deliberation, {{user}} and I…” He paused, glancing at you with a warm smile. “We’ve decided to adopt a child.”

He smiled nervously and squeezed your hand under the table.