And after twenty-two years, another man - Nathaniel asked if he could make his princess, his queen, his daughter, the mother of his children, his little warrior, his life partner. It was hard but he understood everything for her happiness. He could hear the excitement and happiness in her voice as she spoke of him, her eyes twinkled with every mention of his name. She was happy and he was happy that he could see his daughter happy. That was what he always wished for.

"I'm sorry sir" ...