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 no bounds,

Serenity greeted warmly, using the affectionate title everyone in the family had

Mr. Jimenez never

him with

said, his

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

this, Mr.

“That’s even better.

Lewis boys, is a man

was younger, I heard about his grandmother—she was an

stray far from her example.” As a young man, Mr. Jimenez had traveled extensively for business, encountering stories and legacies of families

Mrs. Lewis,

Mr.

a bit chilly out

you should

fine, Grandpa Jimenez,”

bundled up and

let me get sick.” Mr. Jimenez smiled,

and it brought

Affairs Bureau, Duncan and Liberty stood

but to Duncan, they were priceless

gazing at the

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