Romina knew her mother wouldn't go. She said, "Mom, your health routine really works. When

I retire, I'll follow your lead and start living healthy."

Mrs. Lafond replied, "You're still young, nowhere near retirement. Just focus on your work."

If her kids were old enough to retire, she probably wouldn't even be around. She didn't like talking about that kind of gloomy stuff.

The mother and daughter walked downstairs together.

Maddox and Mr. Lafond had been chatting for a while. Mr. Lafond had been going on about health and wellness, and to his surprise, Maddox listened patiently and even chimed in now and then.

Their conversation had gone surprisingly well.

Most young people didn't have the patience to sit through his health lectures, but Maddox did—and even asked for tips. Mr. Lafond was impressed. If Maddox really became his sonin-law, Romina would be in good hands.

sure how serious

"Maddox,

at her-and smiled brightly. "Romina,

confidently, "I always look

But tonight, you're

suits, but tonight, she wore a white evening

before we're late," Romina said with a

"Sure."

stood and said, “Uncle, Aunt, we'll be heading

"Alright, Maddox, remember what I said-watch out

walked, Maddox replied, "I won't

haven't even had a sip yet and you're already telling him to keep an eye on

wasn't planning

could outdrink most men-her alcohol tolerance

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