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.

knew no

the affectionate title

surname, Mr. Jimenez

as they addressed him with care, he

said, his

along?” He echoed Audrey's earlier question, prompting

Mr. Jimenez

“That’s even better.

fourth of the Lewis boys, is a man of loyalty

about his grandmother—she was an incredible

Mr. Jimenez had traveled extensively for business, encountering stories and legacies of families across

Mrs. Lewis, her reputation

inside,” Mr.

still a bit chilly out

you should layer

fine, Grandpa Jimenez,” Serenity

up and

with Zachary around, he'd never let me get sick.” Mr.

younger generation was thriving, and it brought him

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

but to Duncan, they

at the

across his face—wide

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