Traffic filled the streets, with office towers buzzing with meetings, while children hurried into classrooms.Life appeared normal, but Asher knew it wasn't since the last unexpected phone call.The words from the mysterious phone call still echoed in his mind: Young MarshalHe had buried that title years ago, or at least, he thought he had.Victor walked into the office with two cups of coffee and placed one in front of Asher. He already knew his favorite and how his coffee should be prepared with enough honey.Five minutes passed; the cup remained untouched, which was unusual for the Young Heir.Victor quietly smiled to himself and suspected something was going on, but he asked no questions. He concluded some answers came only when a friend was ready to give them.The little while he had known Asher River was enough to teach him never to ask too many questions that the Young Heir wasn't willing to respond to. It wasn't

“This Sunday belonged to Lily too.”Asher chimed in while responding to Victor, who was already smiling ‘cause he knew the Young Heir would always prioritize his daughter.He had jovially asked how Asher’s walk with Lily the previous day was, and what he saw was a father beaming with uncontained joy.No meetings, contracts, or investigations. Just father and daughter.The amusement park welcomed families from both the Eastern Port and Northern Region with music and laughter.Lily ran toward the carousel. "Daddy!""Hurry!"Asher laughed and followed behind her like a little prince in search of his childhood princess.For a few hours, everything seemed pleasant and fulfilling.Hundreds of kilometers away, a private jet touched down on a secluded runway.The aircraft carried no company logo or the country's national flag.About a minute later, the cabin door opened.A tall man dr

The school playground buzzed with excitement, with colorful flags fluttering in the air.Parents filled the bleachers, while children ran across the field laughing.What a time to be alive!Lily stood proudly beside Asher, wearing a bright blue team ribbon.She looked up at him with full confidence. "My hero."Asher smiled. "Yes, Sunshine?"She pointed toward the relay track. "No mercy."Victor, standing nearby with a phone in his hand, burst into laughter.He had finished up with reports to be present for the event. Each day that went by, his fondness for Asher and his daughter grew.Victor chimed in. "She's threatening you before the race even starts!" Winking at Asher to do something about it.Lily crossed her arms, feigning a mean expression. "I'm serious."Asher dramatically placed a hand over his heart. "I suddenly feel very intimidated."The three of them laughed togeth

Saturday evening filled the apartment with laughter. Lily stood in the middle of the living room holding a small toy microphone."Daddy. We have to practice."Asher looked up from the sofa. "Practice what?""My talent show."She handed him a printed song. "You're singing with me."It had been from one kid's event to another. Lily always loved having Asher participate with her.Asher stared at the paper for several long seconds. "I think your teacher deserves an apology."Lily giggled. "You'll do great."Just then, Victor walked through the front door carrying snacks."I heard singing!" He pointed proudly at himself. "You've found your star."Lily looked at him, then dramatically glanced back at Asher while feigning consideration.After putting on a fake thinking face to give Victor false hope, she screamed with a happy face. "I'll keep Daddy."Victor dramatically placed a hand

The living room wall had slowly become a gallery of memories with family photographs, Lily's drawings, and certificates from school.Tiny moments that meant everything.Standing on a chair, Lily took a breath in excitement as she gently hung her participation medal beside an old family picture.She stepped back proudly. "Daddy."Asher walked over."What do you think?"He smiled. "It looks perfect."She folded her arms confidently. "Someday. I'm going to fill this whole wall with beautiful memories of medals and achievements."Asher looked at the empty spaces still waiting for Lily's words to come to reality. He gently placed his hand on her shoulder."And I'll be there to help you."Lily grinned. "Promise?"Asher chuckled. He remembered the night the Bennett family kicked him out of their Estate. Before he left, Lily had made him promise her to find a way to have her back, and, in hind