He Took Me to His Son's Birthday Party

My boyfriend, Eduardo, suddenly changed direction halfway through our drive. We’d been together for five years.

“We’re not seeing my parents today.”

I looked at him, confused. We’d been planning this meeting for ages.

He grabbed a beautifully wrapped teddy bear from the back seat and handed it to me. “It’s my son’s first birthday party later. As my girlfriend, it wouldn’t be right for you to show up empty-handed.”

My mind went blank. “Your… son?”

“Yeah, a mistake I made a year ago. His mom has a bad temper, and I couldn't let my son grow up without a complete family.”