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.

up, pushing her chair back, and told Hertha, "Come with

she headed to the

at

grin, Alaric said, "Let's go get those

gritted her teeth in frustration, reluctantly following

asked in a serious tone, "Now that you know the child isn't Alaric's, what's holding you back?" Kimberly was eager to know Hertha's true feelings,

me three years ago.

still loved her and wouldn't rush her

the past. Your child is growing up. You still love him, don't

exactly what

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

heart refused to

forget him

attention from him, and she was

It was truly frustrating.

In the adult world, nothing's perfect. We endure and accept. Learning to be tolerant is the key to