The Billionaire’s Secret Quartet (Thalassa and Elowen)

Chapter 2009

And there it was, the piece of news Alaric had shared confirmed Kimberly's suspicion - the child wasn't his!

As long as Alaric didn't have other kids out there, there was nothing standing in the way between him and Hertha. Weren't they meant to be together?

A child needs both their biological mom and dad, especially when the parents are in love with each other.

What was there to refuse?

"Alright, that settles it. Tomorrow, you two are going to get your marriage license," Kimberly declared decisively.

"Really? That's amazing!" Alaric couldn't hide his jubilation. His perseverance had paid off in the most unexpected way.

"Mom!" Hertha stared at her mother in disbelief.

"I know you're anxious, dear. Don't worry, I'll get the marriage license paperwork ready for you," Kimberly deliberately misinterpreted Hertha's shock.

and told Hertha, "Come

headed to

at Alaric,

said, "Let's go get those papers. We're setting off

gritted her teeth in frustration, reluctantly following her

and asked in a serious tone, "Now that you know the child

have no idea how he hurt me three years ago. Should I just forgive him that easily?" Hertha pouted, voicing her

mother still loved her and wouldn't rush

growing up. You still love him, don't you?" Kimberly spoke

what bothers me

someone so irresponsible? If only feelings could be switched off that easily Hertha lamented. If it was possible, she would

heart

forget him

him, and

It was truly frustrating.

can't be capricious. In the adult world, nothing's perfect. We endure and accept. Learning to be tolerant is the