When Serenity exited the bathroom, she saw Zachary carefully placing Heath in the crib beside the bed.

“Don’t put him down so soon. He might spit milk.”

Serenity quickly reminded Zachary not to let Heath lie down so quickly.

“Carry him for a little while more.”

Zachary picked Heath up again and asked, “How long should I hold him?”

“For quite some time more.

“Put Heath beside me later instead of the crib. We must get used to having him beside us, so you don’t squish him again.”

Zachary pressed his lips together. He said, “I think he’s coming between us.

“I finally realize who my biggest rival is, honey. It’s our son.”

Serenity was speechless.

Zachary added, “I can’t hit or scold Heath, and I even have to spend my money to raise, educate, and nurture him.”

Serenity laughed. “He won’t be your love rival after he marries someone else’s daughter. Now, he’s your son.

“If we follow your logic, we probably can’t have more children. A son would be your love rival, and a daughter w