When There Is Nothing Left But Love

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.

secret, Ashton would definitely want someone trustworthy, like Joseph, to look after him while he was out. “All right, thank you.” After I got in

our meetup because it offered more privacy, especially against paparazzi. By the time

my name, his eyes were on Gregory. Sensing his intention, I pulled Gregory behind me, busting

time to warm up to strangers, what more, a six-year-old. Since Ashton trusted Gregory with me, I ought to keep him

the private room.” Then, he half-squat to match

His eyes darted around

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

not known Alexander’s identity, I would’ve assumed he

loved sweets, he resisted the urge to take them and reluctantly pulled his gaze away. Then he looked

placed them in his hands. “You can have

“Thank you, Uncle Zimmerman.”

had Alexander on cloud nine. “Gregory, I have lots of other delicious food. Hamburgers, fried chicken,