Successful lawyer Russell Bennett struggles with three issues -- he’s alone, having lost his immediate family to cancer; he’s also susceptible to the disease; and he’s infatuated with his doctor, who represents everything he could ever dream of in a partner. Dr. Peter Wilson has realised his dream of providing a safe and caring medical space for the LGBTQ population. But he’s conflicted between his personal interest in Russell Bennet and the need for professional conduct. But when Russell’s test results come back, the results are sobering. The two decide to confront Russell’s cancer treatments together. But it isn’t happy ever after yet. A well-meaning friend arranges a reunion between Russell and his estranged father. Soon after, they meet two young orphans who’ve had their own tragedies. With the adoption process ongoing, they all have to adapt to their new family dynamics. Then they adopt another child whose paternal grandparents take legal action to gain custody. Will Russell and Peter be able to weather the storms as they struggle to build a real family?

A Real Family

At the apartment, Cody and Moe greeted Russell and Peter. “Me and Grandpa fixed stuff. He let me use tools and everything.” Russell noticed his father sitting with a wide smile. It warmed his heart to see the genuine affection the two had for each other. They sat and chatted about the visit and the work Cody did with his grandpa.


Back at the condo, Peter ordered pizza and the guys picked a movie to watch. Cody couldn’t handle horror or violence so they found some cool animal videos and an animated flick about a fish. That way Joey wouldn’t feel left out.


Chapter 37