“I have something to tell you,” Linford made up his mind.

“What is it?” Cody’s hand stopped. He winced.

“I’m gonna marry your Mom soon,” Linford sincerely mentioned.

“What?” Cody went bristled immediately. “Are you kidding me right now?”

Linford turned around, facing the boy calmly. “Why don’t you agree? Can I at least know the reason?”

“I...” Cody’s mouth fell open. His head went blank for a second, but he soon found his tongue, “Mom doesn’t even like you.”

“She didn’t like me before, but now she does,” Linford explained patiently, “Cody, I know it must be hard for you to accept me. But your Mom and I have...