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Chapter 60 - The First Step
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2024-10-29 19:42:56"Okay, you guys have a nice day," Cailen heard as he led Ezekiel- their son, their officially adopted son- out of the adoption agency, Asher following behind and mumbling out a 'you too'.
When they emerged from the darkness of the building and into the bright morning sunlight, Cailen squinted up into the sky, a beaming smile on his face because it was official.
They had a son. Cailen and Asher were fathers.
It was exciting, frightening and wonderful all at the same time.
"Okay," Came Asher's voice from behind Cailen, an arm snaking its way around Cailen's waist.
Cailen grinned over his shoulder at the man, meeting his eyes and seeing everything he felt reflected in the brown of his eyes; happiness, excitement, and a little bit of uncertainty but Cailen leaned in to place a quick kiss on his cheek, chasing it away.
After sharing a smile with his husband, Cailen glanced
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