Later on, when he found out that the child was Emma's, he was extremely excited, even thinking it was his own.
However, when the paternity test results came out, his excitement and elation were replaced with anger and disappointment. He couldn't forgive Emma's "betrayal," nor could he bear the sight of the child who resembled both her and Dylan.
Up until then, he had reluctantly accepted Tommy, but he knew deep down that he still somewhat resented the boy. It was as if he had been forced to accept a free gift that came with a purchase, one he wanted to discard.
But strangely enough, when he looked at the child now, his heart didn't ache or feel conflicted. On the contrary, he seemed to see the child's insecurity, vulnerability, and loneliness.
"Tommy," Emma saw Tommy and her eyes immediately filled with pity. Over the years, Tommy had become a part of her, and unless he didn't want it, she would never abandon him or push him aside.
