While outwardly he did his best not to look shocked, he wasnât sure what to do with this new information on his sort of friend and coworker. She did seem the type to want to have kids but given their ages and what he recalled about her passion for professional dancing, he couldnât have expected it so soon. However as he watched her fondly interact with the child, it was easy to see the bond established on both ends. She said herself Ami was the best thing that happened to her, and who was he to say anything otherwise.
As they started to get ready, he did so himself, not wanting to intrude on their mother-daughter venture. Awkwardness was an understatement after the admission but he wasnât sure how to follow up. He wasnât going to treat Bridgette any different because of this but it was obvious they had plans and he wasnât the type to ask to come along. He was trying to come up with a reason to excuse himself but before he could think to say anything, his attempt to leave was dashed at the request.
All FĂŠlix could do was blink in surprise at the offer, moving his gaze from Bridgette to Ami. Today was their first official day meeting but he was surprised she wanted him to continue to be around. Looking at the childish grin and eager beam, he sighs but gives a small smile back at her, âWell it would be ungentlemanly to refuse a little ladyâs offer.â He turns back to Bridgette, ready to follow her out, even if a bit nervous himself. He wasnât sure what heâd gotten himself in to, âClasses wonât be a problem, and I donât mind tagging along. This cafe have good coffee?â
Bridgette watches him a bit nervously, and canât help the relief that washes over her when he agrees. This new friendship is tentative and fragile, and she wouldnât want it to be destroyed so soon. Despite the years itâd been since school, there was still a fondness that dwelled in her chest for him. A soft laugh left her as she nodded, grin tugging at her lips. âThey have coffee, but I canât say that Iâve ever tried it.â It seemed his fondness for the drink still persisted.Â
Ami beamed and tugged her motherâs hand, wanting her to hurry up towards the door. Bridgette let her lead the way, assuming that FĂŠlix would follow. âItâs not far from here,â Bridgette explained to their lunch companion. âWe go when Ami comes with me to work. She likes the break from routine and it helps make her more amicable during the day.â Much like her mother, Ami could have quite the temper. For the most part, their relationship was easy and simple, but Ami was prone to childish fallings just like every other child. In fact, Sabine had often said she was just like Bridgette -- high energy with a knack for becoming aggressive and angry when upset.Â
âMama, I want a cookie.â Ami peered up at Bridgette, big eyes begging. Bridgette snorted and ruffled the girlâs hair with her free hand. âWith that face how can I say no?â Satisfied, Ami turned back to watching where they were going, keeping a firm hold on her motherâs hand. The small girl loved going out into the city and seeing all it had to offer. She was already taken with people and their complexities, even at her young age.Â
Bridgette glanced towards FĂŠlix. âHowâve you been? We havenât had a chance to really talk much.âÂ