Gabriel stepped back to watch the pair of them, smiling at what he saw. His mom was doing exactly what she knew he would. And when Dal reacted the way he expected? It was nice.

She turned to look back at him then spoke in that motherly tone all in Spanish. Then pulled him in close, bringing his head down to her shoulder to hug him first. Over his shoulder she looked at Gabriel and nodded her approval. Yes, she had him. She loved him.

"Good boy. Hug me when you wish."

Gabriel smiled and leaned against the door frame to watch them, so glad to have Dal part of their family now.