The Patriarchs Welcome

"Hello, Mr. Ignatius. It's a pleasure to meet you."

The man hugs me as if he's known me all his life and, before I can react, shamelessly pulls me away from both his son and grandson and starts walking with me. His arm wraps naturally around my waist, and he leans down slightly to speak in a low voice.

"I've always wanted a granddaughter, but that nuisance of a son only gave me another nuisance as