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.

his family knew

greeted warmly, using the affectionate title everyone in the family

surname, Mr. Jimenez

him with care, he was

said, his

Didn't he come along?” He echoed Audrey's earlier question, prompting

Mr.

“That’s even better.

the Lewis boys, is

I was younger, I heard about his

young man, Mr. Jimenez had traveled extensively for business,

Old Mrs. Lewis, her reputation had preceded

inside,” Mr.

still a bit chilly

you should

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

bundled up

let me get sick.” Mr. Jimenez smiled,

thriving, and

and Liberty stood side by side, holding

but to Duncan,

at the photo of him and

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