And there stood.
The caseworker with Little Jack in her arms.
Bette and Tina stopped dead in their tracks..and stared at her..
Bette Porter..and Tina Kennard.how nice to see the both of you again.
Umand you too.. said Bette looking over at Tina, who shrugged her shoulders in the I dont know way.
There was a moment of awkward silence, and then Marcus walked out the doorand walked over to Jack Thank you so much for bringing him to see me.. he said to the caseworker..as he grabbed the little man out of her arms
No problem Marcus.
These are the two young ladies that I have chosen to sign my rights over to said Marcus as he extended his hand out and held Bettes.
They will make wonderful parents.. said the caseworker.
I know..and that is why I chose them.. said Marcus And he turned to Bette and Tina. I am going in the morning to sign papers over to you two..but I wanted your bonding to start immediatelyI tried to catch you from leaving but you were just too fast.. he smiled
They all laughed.
Marcus held Little Jack up in front of him My little man..always remember that I am your father and that I love you.I will never stopbut I have to let someone else take care of youthe two most qualified people in the world..the only two that I would leave you withthey will love you and cherish your every breath..I promiseand if they dont ..just look me up he said smiling with the tears rolling down his face. He handed little Jack to Tinaand turned to walk away.
Marcus. called Bette..
Marcus stopped but didnt turn around. Bette stood in front of him..
Thank you Marcus so much for this opportunity..we want you to know that you are always welcome to come by and see him.at any time
Marcus looked into Bettes eyes He doesnt need me..I meant what I said..he has the two most prized possessions in the whole world taking care of him now..
Bette said nothing.she just reached her arms around him and hugged him.then walked away.Back over to Tina..
She says for us to be at her office first thing in the morning to sign the papers.
There will be no courts or anything? I mean what about all of the paperwork?
We will get all of that squared away later..is there anything that you ladies will need for this little man. she asked as she touched Jacks hand.
No..I think we will go now and get everything that we need..Thank you thoughand we will be there first thing in the morning.. said Betteas she looked at Tina..
She saw the light flickering in Tinas soul as she held that little boy..

Tbc