Chapter 819

"Ely!" Asher's eyes lit up, and his face broke into a smile. Elysia said, "But you've got to promise me you'll be good to my dad. He's a good guy, and he's always been great to Mommy and me..." Elysia tilted her head as if something just clicked. "Even though Ash and I share a mom and have two dads, they're our family, right?" Asher hesitated, his expression torn as he looked at Bethany. He knew Mateo wasn't Elysia's father, but how could he explain that to her? "Ash!" Bethany saw the conflict on Asher's face and quickly shook her head, signaling for him to stay quiet so Elysia wouldn't get upset again. Asher nodded and lowered his head, saying nothing more. "Alright, Ely," Bethany said with a gentle smile. "How about a hug for Ash? Then, everything will be okay again." Elysia stepped forward and hugged Asher tightly. "Ash, I still like you the most." He looked at Bethany, his eyes lighting up with joy, looking so cute it was almost too much to handle. Seeing the two little on