In Love, Never Say Never

It took me a while to regain my composure. Afterward, we left the house and were greeted by Joseph, who stood waiting beside the car.

Although Ashton had mentioned arranging a chauffeur, I didn’t expect Joseph to be the one.

Noticing our arrival, he was quick to open the door. With one hand still on the handle, he greeted politely, “Ms. Stovall, Mr. Gregory, you’re here.” He smiled at the latter.

My son was delighted to see him. “Mr. Campbell!”

After Gregory entered the car, it dawned on me to ask, “Mr. Campbell, aren’t you busy? Are you sure it’s ok for you to accompany us?”

“There’s nothing to worry about. Also, Mr. Fuller won’t feel safe unless it’s me.” His voice was earnest.

Joseph’s overly respectful behavior puzzled me. Since he had been the one to gather intel about me, he should know that I am not Scarlett. There was no need for him to treat me as such.

to look after him while he was out. “All right, thank you.” After

it offered more privacy, especially against paparazzi. By the time we arrived, Alexander was already waiting by

were on Gregory. Sensing his intention, I pulled Gregory behind me, busting his attempt to lift

chuckled triumphantly. Even adults needed time to warm up to strangers, what more, a six-year-old. Since Ashton trusted Gregory with me, I ought to keep

an awkward laugh. “Emery’s waiting for you in the private room.” Then, he half-squat to match Gregory’s eye level. “You must be Ashton’s son, Gregory, right? You can call me Uncle Zimmerman!” He looked at

me. His eyes darted around nervously before replying,

not stop grinning at his adorable behavior. Then, he fished for some

I would’ve assumed he was

reluctantly pulled his

them in his hands. “You can have them. But what

“Thank you, Uncle Zimmerman.”

small interaction had Alexander on cloud nine. “Gregory, I have lots