“Go ahead,” Sonny said, choosing to answer Hank’s call.

Serenity handed him the phone, avoiding a conversation with Hank if possible.

“Dad,” Sonny greeted.

Hank responded with a smile, “Sonny, aren’t you in bed yet?”

Sonny replied, “If I were in bed, I couldn’t answer your call. Are you still at work, Dad? It sounds noisy there.”

at work, but I can leave if I

Are you looking for

want to come stay with us for a few days during your winter vacation? Your grandparents miss you,” Hank suggested, hoping to convince Serenity to let

be alone. They wanted Sonny to come and keep Lucas company, fostering a bond between the cousins. They hoped Sonny would eventually

miss you and Grandpa and Grandma too, but I’m going on a trip tomorrow to visit Titus. I won’t be back until Mom returns from her vacation, and then it will be the New Year. I can come back for

want to stay at the Browns’ house. He wasn’t close to his

then. Have fun and listen to your aunt,” Hank conceded, not forcing

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