"Normally I'd agree with you, except that only is delaying the issue." Tony shrugged, downing the scalding espresso with the practiced air of a caffeine addict. "Your mother is going to feel pretty guilty, if she doesn't already, for laying into you the second you got here. Believe me."
He sat back, putting his arms behind his head. "And trust me. She'll want you there on New Years. The family thing has a pretty strong appeal. To us both."
Honestly, Tony was pretty excited his kid had shown up. It was a validation, when you chose to look at it that way.