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.

for his family knew no bounds,

affectionate title everyone in the family

Mr.

addressed him with care, he

said, his smile

along?” He echoed Audrey's

Mr.

“That’s even better.

the fourth of the Lewis boys,

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

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

he had never met Old Mrs. Lewis,

Mr.

bit

you should

“I'm fine, Grandpa Jimenez,” Serenity replied

up

never let me get sick.” Mr. Jimenez smiled, comforted by her

younger generation was thriving, and it brought

the Civil Affairs Bureau, Duncan and Liberty stood side by side, holding their new marriage

ordinary, but to Duncan, they were priceless

his certificate, gazing at

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