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.

family knew no bounds, and they

using the affectionate title everyone in the

his surname, Mr. Jimenez

as they addressed him with care,

said, his smile

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

Mr. Jimenez

“That’s even better.

boys, is a man

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

grandson wouldnt stray far from her example.” As a young man, Mr. Jimenez had traveled extensively for business, encountering stories

never met Old Mrs. Lewis,

inside,” Mr.

a bit chilly out

you should

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

up

get sick.” Mr. Jimenez smiled, comforted by

and it brought him immense

Bureau, Duncan and Liberty stood side by side,

small booklets seemed ordinary, but to Duncan, they were

gazing at

spread across

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