Chapter 267

As Ruby stepped out of the room, Ryan entered to report some important work matters. Quietly, Ruby made her way to her son's bedroom. The little boy lit up the moment he saw her and ran into her arms. Looking into her eyes with curiosity, he asked, “Mommy, when will Uncle Michael’s leg get better?” Ruby kissed his forehead with a smile and said lovingly, “The doctor said it will be fine in ten days. Don’t worry.” Suddenly, the child wrapped his tiny arms around her neck and whispered softly in her ear, “Mommy, can Uncle Michael be my daddy?” Hearing his innocent question, Ruby’s heart filled with a whirlpool of emotions. There was a slight ache in her chest, but also a soft smile on her lips. She gently asked, “Why do you say that, sweetheart?” The boy replied with enthusiasm, “Mommy, I really like him. I feel like he’s meant to be my daddy!” Ruby’s eyes welled up for a moment. She knew Michael could never be her son’s biological father… but perhaps being a true father didn’t require a