"There's no reason for any of you to feel the slightest bit apprehensive," Francis said.

     "Says the man everyone can see through," Malika said.

     "However, if any of you feel uncomfortable with following me to my home, I certainly understand and will not feel at all hurt if you choose to stay here or leave."

     No one moved.

     Francis continued.

     "Most of you in this room have a sense of who I truly am, even though you can't put into words what's inside your head."

     "I keep thinking you're my son in a way that could not possibly happen," Adam Forwarder said.

     "The truth of how I became your son is more than even I can fathom," Francis replied.

​     Niki flinched. Again with that word.

​     "One thing I know for certain," Francis continued," and that is I am your son, and that I love you as a son loves a father."

     "That sentiment is returned," Adam replied.

     "So..." Francis started towards the portal to another dimension.

     "Who's with me?"

CONTINUE