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

The kids wanted to go with Russell for his last chemo treatment, so Peter booked a session with Mary for both children. It would be a joint counseling session, not one where Cody was there keeping Maria company.


Mary was looking forward to it. Cody’s nightmares were few and far between. Maria’s insecurities were slowly being overcome. It took Cody’s instincts and the unconditional love of both fathers to help accomplish this. Having a stable home life and loving extended family were giving the girl a solid foundation on which to recover.


Russell got comfortable in the large chair while Lorna prepared the IV.


“I’d like to be the first to congratulate you. You’ve not only completed the chemo sessions but kept your clothes on for each. According to Peter and Trevor, that’s a major accomplishment in itself.” She smiled and left the room when Trevor and two kids came in.


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