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.

love and indulgence for his family knew no bounds, and

affectionate title everyone

surname, Mr.

as they addressed him with care,

he said,

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

Mr. Jimenez nodded

“That’s even better.

of the Lewis boys, is a

I was younger, I heard about his

example.” As a young man, Mr. Jimenez had traveled extensively for

had never met Old Mrs. Lewis, her

inside,” Mr.

a bit chilly

you should

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

up

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

and it

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

but

certificate, gazing at the photo

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