The protagonist is determined to be a dedicated father to his son, Matt. He understands that if he wants to embrace fatherhood, he must be fully present and committed to his child's upbringing. However, he is anxious about how to share this news with Vanni, who he finds intimidating due to her fiery temperament.

This fear of Vanni complicates his desire to have her accept Matt as part of their relationship. He feels a deep emotional investment in both his son and his partner, yet he grapples with the challenge of expressing his intentions and emotions to someone he regards with both admiration and trepidation.