“As your new CEO, greater things are meant to follow. The Diamond Hotels will have stronger leadership. With the Wright Diamond Corporation’s reorganization, the Diamond Hotels will have focus and empowerment.” “We have doubled the strengths of our sales and marketing team to put us out there, and make our condominium hotels more visible, and marketable. In the following year, we aim to have our very first six-star hotel.” Kaleb was giving his very first speech, representing the Diamond Hotels as their CEO. Everyone was listening intently. Scarlett had gleam in her eyes as she smiled throughout his promises. She turned to where Liam was and hoped for his usual proud expression, but she pouted, seeing him and his cousins chatting, their faces forming frowns. She turned to Kaleb at that stage and, seeing how he was about ready to end his speech, she walked over to the table where the kids were. They always settled at the same table. Together, the boys especially were clingy cousins.

“Baby?” Scarlett called while cautiously sitting on the edge of Liam’s bed. Liam was sitting opposite to her, in front of his computer desk. Liam’s eyes shifted from Scarlett to Kaleb, who was still standing by the door as if struggling to walk in. Liam asked, “What’s wrong with daddy?” Scarlett moved closer to him and answered, “Liam, we have something very important to say.” “What is it, mommy?” Liam asked. Calling Kaleb with her hand, Scarlett said, “Come in here, Kaleb. I’ll start.” “What’s going on?” Liam asked as he fixed himself on his seat. “Liam, I want to let you know that we have already submitted the adoption papers. We have already received notice that there will be a court hearing to attend to my request, and it’s scheduled in three weeks.” Scarlett put on a big smile and added, “Sooner or later, we will be officially a family - me, as your mommy!” “Still,” she leaned back and reminded, “Even if without the adoption papers, I love you as my own. You know that,

“Good afternoon, your honor. We are here in the manner of the adoption petition of Scarlett Barnes Wright. Adoption case number 34LN00351. She has petitioned to adopt Liam Wright, who is already adopted by her husband, Kaleb Wright,” a lawyer from The Longhills And Hogans, who represented Scarlett for that proceeding, delivered. Scarlett, Kaleb, and Liam were in front of the judge, listening as the hearing began. Three weeks passed since the couple told Liam the truth about his adoption with Kaleb. It wasn’t a walk in the park. Kaleb and Scarlett fell short along the way, especially with the lack of time in their hands. However, in each and every chance they had, they tried to recover, reminding Liam they loved him. Scarlett had to sacrifice many of her study hours. Sometimes, she studied in Liam’s bed, just to assure him she was always there for him. During the day, if Liam was not attending summer classes, he would spend his entire time at Kaleb’s office. Nothing changed to w

“You can do it, kitten. I have faith in you,” Kaleb said while Boris pulled up in the driveway of Braeton Grand Social Hall. It was the site for the bar exams and the same place where Scarlett will spend her entire day and the following day. “And the fact that you look extra inspired, you will definitely pass the bar,” he added with a wink. Scarlett narrowed her eyes at him. How was it possible that on the day of her exam, they still made love that early morning? Well, when she woke up, Kaleb was already in between her thighs. Her pants were down and so was her underwear. With the way he flickered his tongue fervently against her clit, she inevitably orgasmed and, of course, they wound up making love. It was quick and hot. On the bright side, he was right. She wasn’t as uneasy as she was the other night. She supposed maybe getting an early morning release helped her feel comfortable. Still, she scoffed at his words and said, “Whatever, tiger.” She leaned in and kissed his lips

Two weeks ago. Rarely did Graham and Kenneth visit Liam at the penthouse. Most of the time, it was Liam who went to his uncle Kyle’s mansion, but recently, since his father bought him a new computer set for his games, Liam invited his cousins over instead. From inside Liam’s room, Liam and Graham were taking a break from playing video games. Kenneth, on the other hand, was minding his own business, with a headset over his head, watching learning videos about computers. While the younger boys were eating snacks and drinking refreshments, they chatted about Scarlett. “Mommy has been staying with me a lot in my room. Sometimes, she studies in my room,” Liam revealed. “I love it when my mommy Scarlett takes care of me.” Graham smiled, and he expressed his agreement, “I like aunt Scarlett too. I think she is really nice. I wish she would be your mommy forever.” “The judge said at the adoption hearing that I belong to mommy Scarlett forever now,” Liam revealed. “I believe him.” “R