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

There wasn’t a dry eye when vows were exchanged between Russell and Peter. Then, when Cody did his pledge to the family unit, the sniffles got even more pronounced. The rings were exchanged. Cody wore his on the ring finger of his right hand. Kisses and hugs sealed the whole thing. Before the guys left the podium, the magistrate presented them with the puzzle ring. They hadn’t known about the gift, and the jeweller made it a point to keep the surprise until the day of the event. The band played and photos were done. There wasn’t a person present who thought they’d ever seen Cody look happier since he came into their lives.


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