The two young girls, initially startled by the stranger in their living room, clung to their mother's legs. "These are your younger sisters," their mom beamed at Adam, pointing. "The one with the ponytail is Alyssa, and the one with two ponytails is Alynna. Aren't you happy?"
Adam's smile widened. "Mom, you're not supposed to bring strangers home!" Alyssa declared, ever the pragmatic one. "Yeah, Mom, why is this old guy standing in our living room? He looks creepy!" Alynna added, still peeking from behind her mom.
Alyssa, however, immediately stepped forward, her small hand outstretched. "I'm Alyssa, what's your name?"
Adam, surprised by her mature composure, knelt down. "I'm Adam. And I'm your big brother."
"Huh?!" Alynna shrieked, finally venturing out from behind her mom. "Big brother?!
Since when did our parents ever have you? You're old like an old fart!"
"Mom, we really have a big brother?" Alyssa asked, her eyes wide with excitement. Adam opened his arms, and she launched herself into a tight hug. He held her close, tears welling in his eyes. He'd always wanted siblings, and now, his parents' unspoken promise from their past life was fulfilled.
Alynna, still wary, told Alyssa to get away before the "stranger" took her.
Their mom intervened, scolding Alynna for being rude. Then, their dad emerged, a wide grin on his face. "Yes, Alynna, he's your long-lost brother!" Alynna still hadn't warmed up, clutching her mom's leg.
"I'm just glad to have my family back," Adam said, his voice thick with emotion. They all came together for a group hug, a small, reunited family in a new world.
A Feast and a Family's Sacrifice
"I have something for the family," Adam announced, and with a flash, he was gone, reappearing moments later at the restaurant.
The chef, beaming with sweat and passion, declared, "All ready, sir!" Adam, using his dimension, swiftly stored the vast array of dishes in stasis. He then spoke to the owner, explaining he had family in the kingdom and would bring them to the restaurant when they were free. The owner, delighted by the prospect of such a generous patron, eagerly welcomed the idea.
Adam teleported back to his new home, and with another thought, covered the small table with an impossible spread of dishes from the famous restaurant. His family gasped in amazement, recognizing the well-known, incredibly expensive delicacies. The sheer quantity of food could have bought their entire house.
Adam's family had lived a frugal life, funneling their meager savings into their daughters' education. They had never held a single gold coin in their lives, and their current house was on loan. This feast, a symbol of Adam's newfound capabilities and his love, was a moment of sheer, unbelievable luxury.