Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

Liberty glanced at Duncan, her lips curving into a teasing smile. "Duncan, your grin is so big it's practically reaching your ears."

Duncan's smile grew even brighter, if that were possible. "I'm happy-beyond happy."

The weather that day was fickle, alternating between sun and clouds, but even the sunniest moment couldn't compete with the radiance of Duncan's smile.

Liberty handed her marriage certificate to Sonny, who eagerly flipped through it. He recognized a few words but didn't fully grasp the meaning. What caught his attention most was the picture of his mother and Uncle Duncan.

Looking up, Sonny asked curiously, "Mom, I was there too. Why didn't the man who took your picture ask me to be in it?"

Liberty crouched down to his level, her tone gentle. "Sweetheart, this is a marriage certificate for Uncle Duncan and me. That's why it's just the two of

Duncan and I are officially a family-a family of

Sonny up, planting a soft kiss on his cheek. "You can even call Uncle Duncan

lottery. His lips moved, but the word "Dad" wouldn't come

can I just keep calling him

and held out his arms. Liberty handed Sonny to him, and Duncan settled the little boy on his lap. Liberty took hold of the wheelchair, guiding them toward the exit

Uncle Duncan. It's completely up to you. No pressure, okay?" He leaned forward and kissed Sonny's cheek. Duncan had taken extra care that morning, shaving his beard to ensure he'd look his best

okay if Sonny keeps calling me Uncle Duncan. It

"I won't push him. I just wanted him to know he has

day's events, piped up again. "Uncle Duncan, now that you're married to my mom, are you going to move