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, and they cherished him

warmly, using the affectionate title

Mr. Jimenez

him

said,

along?” He echoed Audrey's

this, Mr. Jimenez

“That’s even better.

of the Lewis boys, is a man

heard about his grandmother—she was an

Mr. Jimenez had traveled extensively for business, encountering

Mrs. Lewis, her reputation had

inside,” Mr.

bit

should

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

up and

let me get sick.” Mr. Jimenez smiled, comforted by

younger generation was thriving, and

Civil Affairs Bureau, Duncan and Liberty stood

but to Duncan, they were priceless

his certificate, gazing at the photo of

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