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 had been a gathering before the formal ceremony and both sets of grandparents were mingling. It surprised Bryce to learn that George had worked about twenty miles from his town when he lived there. He was willing to contact his former employer to put in a word for the guy. The company paid well and was always looking for people willing to work. They tended to hire based on referrals. George was quite sure Bryce would get a job. He took a few minutes to step inside for some privacy. He made the call, got the contact information, and passed the details on to Bryce.


Chapter 57