serenity linked arms with Audrey, flashing her a reassuring smile.

“Aunt, don't worry.

My second cousin Leland is a good man.

When the time is right, he'll settle down and get married.” Audrey sighed, a mix of exasperation and affection in her voice.

“I hope so.

He's not exactly young anymore.

Kids—they're always a source of worry, no matter how old they get.” Her thoughts shifted, and she asked, “Where's Sonny? Didn't you come from your sister's house? Why isn't he with you?” “My sister and brother Duncan took Sonny with them to the Civil Affairs Bureau.

They said it's a family matter, so all three of them had to go together,” Serenity explained.

Audrey chuckled.

“Duncan doesn't mind bringing along a little tag-along, huh? That's good.

They're going to be a family of three from now on.” The three walked together toward Mr. Jimenez, who sat peacefully in the garden.

His warm, gentle smile greeted them.

To the younger generation, Mr. Jimenez was the picture of kindness.

and indulgence for his family knew no bounds, and they cherished him

using the affectionate title everyone in the family

technically his surname, Mr.

him with care, he was

he said, his smile

along?” He echoed Audrey's earlier question, prompting Serenity

Mr.

“That’s even better.

of the Lewis boys, is a man

I heard about his grandmother—she was

young man, Mr. Jimenez had traveled

Old Mrs. Lewis, her reputation

inside,” Mr.

bit chilly out

you should layer

catch a cold.” “I'm fine, Grandpa Jimenez,”

up

Zachary around, he'd never let me get sick.” Mr. Jimenez smiled, comforted by

was thriving, and it brought

stood

booklets seemed ordinary, but

gazing at the photo of him

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