Emarleetah

Childhood sweethearts, Arnold Blake and Sophia Carter, had an unspoken bond that was disrupted by time and life’s circumstances. Now, years later, Arnold is a successful CEO with a playboy reputation, while Sophia is married to Liam and raising a son on her own. The twist? Arnold’s son, Junior, is the spitting image of him, and when the truth comes out, Junior takes charge, determined to reunite his parents and make Arnold face his responsibilities.

As Arnold tries to balance his empire with fatherhood, he’s caught in a whirlwind of emotions, realizing the depth of his feelings for Sophia. Meanwhile, Sophia grapples with her loyalty to her husband and her enduring love for Arnold. With a possessive CEO, a wise-beyond-his-years son, and a scheming woman after Arnold, the road to reconciliation won’t be easy.

With faceslapping moments, misunderstandings, and a dash of sweet romance, Arnold must prove he’s ready to leave his past behind and fight for the future he deserves with Sophia and their son.

By your side

Arnold was in his office the next afternoon when his phone buzzed. The number was unfamiliar, but something told him to answer.

There was a pause before a small, nervous voice said, "It's Ethan."

Arnold's heart skipped a beat. "Ethan! Is everything okay?"

"I… I want to see you again," Ethan said quickly. "But I don't want my mom or Andrew to know."

Arnold hesitated. "Ethan, I don't want to cause trouble for you at home."

"I don't care about that," Ethan said, his voice firm. "I just want to talk to you. Please."

Arnold's resolve hardened. "All right. Tell me when and where."

Ethan chose a park near his school, a place where he wouldn't be easily noticed. When Arnold arrived, Ethan felt a strange mix of excitement and fear.

They sat on a bench, the air thick with unspoken questions.

"I want to know about you," Ethan said finally. "About where I come from."

Chapter 26: Ethan’s Growing Curiosity