Sonny replied quickly, âOf course, I really like him. I like Uncle Duncan a lot. Having another father
is great! Most people only have one dad, but I get two. How cool is that?â
At first, when Duncan gently asked Sonny if he wanted a new dad, Sonny said he already had one
and didnât need another. But as Sonny got a bit older, he started to bond with Duncan. Now, heâs
okay with the idea of having another dad.
In fact, Sonny feels closer to Duncan, whoâs about to become his stepfather, than to his biological
father. This change happened mainly because the Brown family often caused trouble, almost
ruining Sonnyâs feelings for them.
Sonny is still young, so if the Brown family treated him well and didnât try to use him for their own
gain, they could still build a strong relationship. But once Sonny grows up, it will be harder to form
that bond. By then, heâll have his own opinions, and it wonât be easy to win him over. The Brown
family is short-sighted in this way.
They think Sonny is still easy to sway, but for example, when Sonny went on a long trip, he didnât
even think to call Hank, his biological father.
Hank, who drives for a ride-hailing service, works almost all day and has little time to call Sonny,
causing their bond to weaken.
Mr. and Mrs. Brown rarely called Sonny either, mainly because Sonny didnât have much to say to
his grandparents.
Grandpa Brown was okay, usually reminding Sonny to eat well and drink enough water. But
Grandma Brown often brought up Lucas, asking Sonny to share his toys with him, saying Sonny
had so many that giving a few to Lucas wouldnât hurt.
Sonny might not know all the words to express his thoughts, but he understands enough to realize
that Grandma Brown always favors Lucas.
Sonny figures he should be the one to decide if he wants to share his toys, not his grandma. And
when it comes to money, itâs his money, given by Liberty, Aunt Seren, and Uncle Zack. Liberty told
him itâs being saved for his college education and to start a business after he graduates.
Liberty never said Sonnyâs money would be spent on others, so why should Lucas use it? Because
of this, Sonny doesnât like talking to Grandma Brown. Whenever she calls, Sonny usually hands the
phone over to Serenity after a few words.
Grandma Brown is intimidated by Serenity and often hangs up once the phone is passed to her.
Serenity gently patted Sonnyâs head.
Zachary also felt relieved. Even though he could see that Sonny had accepted Duncan, he still had
some worries.
Thankfully, Sonny remained open and genuinely accepted Duncan as his stepfather.
Duncan treats him better than his own father.
âThatâs right, Sonny. Itâs wonderful to have two dads who love you. Most of us only have one.â
Zachary praised Sonny a few more times before saying, âSonny, itâs getting late. You should head to
bed now. Itâs cold, so make sure to stay warm under the covers.â
Sonny replied, âI still want to video chat with my mom. I wonder if sheâs free.â
He knew Liberty was very busy these days and could only video chat with him late at night.