Married At First Sight 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

on his cheek. "You

"Dad" wouldn't come out. He hesitated,

Sonny asked, "Mom, can I just keep

pocket and held out his arms. Liberty handed Sonny to him, and Duncan

keep calling me 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

"Liberty, it's okay if Sonny keeps calling me Uncle Duncan.

him. I just wanted him to

Duncan, now that you're married to my