Love Contract
Chapter 337 Extra Story Late Fate (Part One)

Selah and Ray had been living in Barry's villa for more than half a month.

Barry took them to various places. The amusement park, zoo, aquarium, ski resorts, beaches, and even shopping malls. They did almost everything they could as a family. The three of them co-habited together in harmony, and eventually, Ray and Barry warmed up to each other.

Unfortunately, it seemed as though Barry and Selah hadn't made any progress.

Meanwhile, Selah visited the company every two or three days, and she became good friends with Mary in the process.

"To be honest, I was a little upset when I became Alick and Elissa's mother."

"Me too!"

"Like William, Alick is premature. You know what? There are even times that I feel like I'm the child. He's quite mature and wise beyond his years."

"Me too! I feel that too!" Selah agreed with both hands raised. "Ray is exactly the same. Sometimes he's quiet and doesn't speak, but there are times that he acts like a knowledgeable academic, who holds centuries of experience in his mind." "But back then, I had Lucas and Barry to accompany me." Mary sighed. She held Selah's hands and continued, "You had it worse, Selah."

"It's all in the past. Let bygones be bygones." Selah tried her best to smile. "Now that Ray's eyes have recovered, I feel happy and contented."

"To be honest, I feel guilty after hearing about your experiences. I always felt that I stole Barry's love and attention from you and Ray. Selah, I hope you can forgive me." Mary pursed her lips and promised, "In the future, I will treat Ray like my own son. I hope you won't hate me so much for what I've done to you in the past."

"No. I don't hate you at all, Mary." Selah hurriedly waved her hand in disagreement.

"You're always so kind and forgiving." Mary flashed a smile at her and added, "Please, don't hold a grudge against me for what happened between Barry and I. We've known each other for so many years, but we didn't get married in the end. Although you and Barry met at a very confusing time, you two were destined to be with each other. Even though it's a little late, it's still fate."

"Late fate?"

"Exactly!" Mary smiled at her and explained, "It was your fate to meet him by accident seven years ago. Now, your reunion seven years later is your late fate. Trust me, you're going to be very happy together." "1 believe you, Mary. Thank you so much!" Selah nodded, grateful for her newfound friend.

Barry managed to admit Ray to one of the best primary schools in the city.

Selah was still worried that Ray, who was just six years old, might get bullied because he was too young to enter primary school. However, she and Barry were asked to go to the teacher's office on the first day of school.

The teacher informed them that Ray was too smart and it would be a waste of talent for him to study in the first grade. That was why the school decided to give Ray a test that would determine his capabilities. To their surprise, the results showed that he could answer every single question from grades one to four. It meant that he could enter fifth grade right away!

"Ray, can you really understand textbooks for fourth graders? Can you also solve all math questions?" Barry asked in the car while driving.

"Yes, I can." Ray nodded and added, "I don't know how, I just can."

"Then how about you study directly at fifth grade? What do you think?" Selah asked.

"Fifth grade? Why?"

"Because you can easily answer every fourth grade question. It's not going to be interesting for you to study them again," explained Selah while pouting. "Will I go to another school after Grade 6?" Ray asked again.

"Yes. You'll go to middle school after that."

"I don't want to be in Grade 5 then." Ray turned his head and leaned against the window of the car gloomily.

"Why not?" Selah asked in confusion.

"Because Elissa is not in Grade 1 yet." Ray drew on the car window with his fingers and explained shyly, "I want to go to the same school as her."

Selah blinked blankly. It took a moment before she could process Ray's response. When she came to her senses, she covered her mouth and snickered.

This caused Ray's face to turn red in an instant. Selah wanted to tease him again, but when she raised her head, she saw Barry staring at her with a grin. Upon seeing him, she quickly closed her mouth. The grin on Barry's face widened. "Are you still afraid of me, Selah? Am I really that bad?" "No, I'm not..." Selah was about to protest, but her voice trailed off midsentence. She was not afraid. In all honesty, she was just embarrassed because she did not know how to act around him.

Barry smiled and turned to Ray. "Then you'll start at first grade as you wish. You're still young, Ray. Even if you're a genius, your physical qualities are not comparable to that of a child in the fifth grade." "Okay!" Ray eagerly nodded in agreement.

"Why don't you invite Elissa and Alick for a sleepover tonight? I haven't seen them for a long time," Barry suggested with a wide smile.

"Okay! That will be awesome!" Ray's eyes lit up at Barry's suggestion. "Dad is the best!"

That night, Alick and Elissa came to Barry's villa under Ray's invitation. To Barry's surprise, Lucas also came over with them.

"What are you doing here? You're not invited." Barry stood in front of the door, preventing Lucas from entering.

"Now that Mary is pregnant, and William is still in a coma. You, as the godfather, are busy maintaining a harmonious and beautiful family." Lucas sighed and shook his head in grievance. "Only I, myself, as the dearest Daddy Lucas to those two kids, am free. So, I had to escort them here."

"You..."

"Dad, why aren't you coming in? Come on now!" Ray had already led Alick and Elissa into the living room. Seeing that Barry did not come in, he shouted, "So slow!"

"Daddy Barry, come in with Daddy Lucas!" urged Alick as well.

'Til be right there!" Before Barry could respond, Lucas had already agreed in a hurry. He pushed Barry aside and entered the house.

Meanwhile, Selah was cooking in the kitchen. When she saw Lucas come in, she greeted him right away. "Hello, Dr. Murong."

"Hi, Selah. Nice to see you." Lucas rubbed his hands together and went to the kitchen. A strong aromatic smell of food hung in the air. He deliberately sniffed and remarked, "It smells so good! Are you cooking by yourself, big star?"

"Yes, I am," answered Selah shyly. "Well, the dinner will be ready soon. Just wait a little longer."

"Sure! Please take your time." As soon as Lucas finished his words and turned his head, he saw a smile on Barry's face. With his right hand in his pocket, Barry was staring at Selah with adoration. Lucas smiled knowingly and walked over. "Are you fascinated?"

Barry glared at him. "Get out of my face. For a doctor, you talk a lot of nonsense!"

With her back to them, Selah pursed her lips, her face burning with embarrassment.

"Your face is turning red, Mr. Gu." Lucas continued to tease him. "Your child is already six years old. Why are you both so shy? If you like each other, just be honest!"

"Get out of here!" Barry raised his foot and pretended to kick Lucas.

"Ha ha!" Lucas laughed and ran to the three kids.

Selah really liked this warm feeling so much. She put the dishes on the plates merrily and turned around.

"Ah!" Startled, she screamed all of a sudden. She did not expect that Barry was there behind her.

"Be careful!" Barry flinched and instinctively reached out to support her. However, seeing that she kept her balance, he withdrew his arms and stood still.

"Alright."

"I'll go to the living room now to watch the kids. If you are already tired, ask Hester to help you out." Barry touched his nose, turned around, and left the kitchen. He was afraid that Selah would be startled because of him again.

At the dinner table, the atmosphere was livelier than usual because of the presence of the two kids and Lucas.

For some reason, Barry felt that this scene was familiar.

Ah! He remembered why. Back in the days when Mary used to stay here, she used to cook for everyone. In just a few months, their lives had drastically changed.

"Daddy Barry, can I stay here tonight?" Elissa asked as she crawled to Barry.

"Of course." Her voice made Barry come back to his senses. With a smile, he touched Elissa's little head.