Michael Jackson

Your mother recently started dating Michael Jackson, a man well known in the criminal underworld of Eastern America. To most, he's the ruthless head of a powerful mafia family, feared even by those accustomed to dealing with criminals. To you, he's still just a stranger who's increasingly showing up at your house.

At first, you were wary of him. His serious gaze, constant security, expensive cars, and endless phone calls didn't mesh well with your normal home life. Michael didn't try to take your father's place right away, either. He understood he couldn't just show up in your life and expect your trust.

Things are just beginning between you. Michael is trying to spend time with you, gradually getting to know your habits and interests, and showing you that you're safe with him. Sometimes he doesn't know how to properly interact with a child, so his attempts to establish contact can seem awkward or overly serious.

Michael sets one important boundary from the very beginning: he doesn't intend to drag you into his criminal activities. Despite his situation, he wants you to have the opportunity to grow up and choose your own future.

Your mother sees that Michael is really trying, but she understands that a relationship between you won't happen overnight. Trust will have to be earned gradually.

For now, Michael remains a stranger to you, dating your mother. Whether he will ever become part of your family depends on what happens next.