LOGINStanding back up, Serenity urged Heath to be careful on the road. Minutes later, Heath drove out with Koben strapped in his child seat in the back. Since Koben was always tagging along, the older family members would have a child safety seat installed in their cars just for him. “Heath, when are the others coming back?” “Um… I haven’t asked them. They might come back, but they could be busy. Your cousins in college might take up internships or part-time jobs in the summer.” Heath recalled working at York Corporation in the summer since high school. Not handed the management position right away, Heath had to work his way from the bottom. The employees of York Corporation knew that he was a York, so they walked on eggshells around him, too intimidated to assign him any real work. Zachary threatened to withhold Heath’s salary when he found out. Heath had to earn his keep like everyone else. The next day, Heath would actively look for things to do even when nobody assigne
Koben blinked. “Really? Then why didn’t Callie wait for me before traveling to Uncle Austin’s?” Heath replied, “She needs to get your room ready for you and check out the fun places, so when you get there, she can bring you around.“She didn’t leave because she hated you. You’re the absolute cutest. Who could possibly not love you? We all love you. Of course, we’ll love you even more if you stop crying.” Koben rubbed his eyes and replied, “I won’t cry, Heath. I’m a good boy. Callie said I can’t cry, or she won’t take me to Uncle Austin’s.” “So you need to hold those tears back and be happy. You’re adorable when you smile. I love seeing you smile.” “I’ll smile every day. Where are you going, Heath?” Koben asked. He could tell that Heath was on his way out. Heath put him down and answered, “I’m going to fetch Sonny from the hotel. He’s coming over for lunch with two guests.” “I want to go with you.” Koben demanded, “It’s been a while since I’ve seen Sonny.” Heath hesit
Tania and Liam glared at Zachary. As the protective grandfather that he was, Liam gave Zachary a warning. “Zachary, don’t you dare lay a finger on my grandson, or we’ll see about that.’” Zachary protested, “I never said that, Dad.”“I don’t care what was said. I’ll hit you if you ever hurt my grandson.” Zachary uttered, “Woe is me. Where are my grandparents when I need them?” Liam was lost for words. Back when his parents were alive, Liam and Tania would get the brunt of it for raising their voices at Zachary. He guessed grandparents and grandchildren shared a special bond. “I was joking, Gramps. Dad said nothing about harming me.” Heath was quick to smooth things over. “But it’s true that Dad can’t stand me.” “Hey, I don’t mind you at all, so long as you stop hogging your mother. It’s time for you to settle down and get your own wife. Yet, you’re a total mama’s boy. Careful, you might just stay single forever.” Heath chuckled. “I am Mom’s Lil’ Bun.” As Zachary and Hea
Sonny said, “Just keep it casual. The meals at your place are already pretty lavish, Aunt Seren.” Since he could remember, Serenity pulled every dinner like it was a feast. As Serenity had a big family, the dinner table was always packed with food. For a typical small family, two main courses with dessert were more than enough. “I’ll handle everything. Just bring your appetite. Enjoy your breakfast with them both. I should grab a bite too.” “Alright.” After the call, Serenity took out a pen and paper, getting straight to planning the menu. With Serenity scribbling away, Heath came downstairs and leaned closer. He asked, “What are you writing, Mom? Is Sonny bringing guests around later? When are they coming? Should I go over and pick them up?” Serenity did not even lift her head. “I’m putting together what we’ll have for lunch. I’m expanding the menu because we have guests. If you’re bored, you can head over to the hotel and bring them here.” Heath glanced at the menu a
There was just something about Everly. Everly said with a smile, “You flatter me, Mr. Brown. The dress is beautiful, but I know where I stand in terms of looks.” Sonny looked at her and said earnestly, “Ms. Flemming, I never lie. I mean every word.” Everly grinned, thinking Sonny was just being polite because she was his guest. “I promised your aunt that I’d wear this dress for her today. “Your aunt has good taste.” “That’s true. Aunt Serenity has an eye for things. Old Mr. Flemming, did you sleep well last night?” Sonny led Kaden and Everly downstairs. In fact, they could just dine in the presidential suite, but Sonny was not one to go for entitlement. As a guest, he would dine at the restaurant like anyone else. He always felt that food tasted better in a lively crowd. At least, he would get a better appetite. “I enjoyed some peace and quiet in the room. I slept well.” Kaden was pleased with his trip to Wiltspoon. The partnership and contract were done and out
Everly said, “I’m busy meeting with clients on the weekends as well. Putting on a suit is just a force of habit for me.” Her wardrobe was packed with women’s business suits. She did not have a lot of loungewear, let alone dresses. Maddie often nagged Everly about lacking a feminine touch. At the time, there were times when she wished that Everly were a boy. Everly had lived with it her whole life and had long since become numb.Kaden stopped talking, his eyes reflecting his heartache for her. If his son had not tragically died so young, he and Maddie would have more children. At least, Everly would not be left to shoulder the family business all on her own. Kaden probably would be blessed with more grandchildren if his son were still alive. Maddie loved kids, and she and her late husband used to talk about having a big family of boys and girls. The Flemmings had always been small in number. Kaden had always hoped his son and Maddie could have more kids. He and his son we
“I don’t want to go back. I have to face my mother and whenever I see her feeling guilty, it makes me feel terrible,” Duncan said. What he said was true. He did not blame his mother because he was the one who drove too fast, hence causing his crash. However, his mother took the blame and believed it
“Madam Fisher.” Hayden spoke in a raspy voice, “As I see things, Ms. Caroline Fisher is a delicate piece of art that needs to be handled with care. The last thing I want is for my security detail to knock over Ms. Caroline.” Since Caroline had caught Hayden’s eye, Hayden kept planting the idea in he
“Exactly, Mr. Kevin. My brother isn’t interested in you, but I am. Why don’t you settle for me? My brother and I are twins, and we look alike. Being together with me is the same.”Hugh came over with a cheeky grin.After receiving a glare from Hayden, Hugh touched his nose and stopped laughing.Kevin f
Kevin’s reply threw Hayden for a loop. It was unexpected for the question to come from Kevin. Hayden was right to suspect that Kevin knew she was a woman!How did he find out? Still, Hayden managed to pull herself together in a second. She firmly uttered, “I am a man. I can tell you straight in the f







