Evelyn returned to the Quintin estate, where Old Mr. Quintin was in the living room’s cozy study, meticulously copying calligraphy onto canvas, while Old Mr. Jarvis dozed off beside him with a cup of tea in hand, seemingly waiting for their return.

“You are back,” Old Mr. Quintin said with a gentle smile, setting down his brush.

Evelyn approached, pouring a cup of tea for Old Mr. Quintin, and chuckled, “Grandpa, you should get some rest. No need to wait up for me. With Gabriel around, I’m safe. Just take good care of yourself.”

Old Mr. Quintin replied with a warm smile, “Had too much afternoon tea, not sleepy at all. Did you have fun?”

Evelyn nodded, “A lot. Met many friends.”

Old Mr. Jarvis stirred awake, glanced behind her, “Where’s Gabriel?”

Evelyn’s gaze dimmed slightly, speaking softly, “Gabriel went to drop off a friend. He might be back late.”

“What friend?” Old Mr. Quintin inquired.

Evelyn looked down, remaining silent.

and with surprise, he asked Old Mr.

eyes wearily, Old Mr. Jarvis responded, “How would

been back a

introduced her to Gabriel. Actually, I know her

Jarvis chuckled, “He really has a girlfriend? And you

in her

Old Mr. Jarvis exclaimed

shot him a look, “Jarvis, aren’t you going to

Jarvis replied, “I’m supposed to meddle in his love life? I’ve got better things

to like her. I’m just surprised. Back at

“She was with

serious, shaking her head, “I’m not sure. I thought Ms. Jarvis was Mr. Lamont’s girlfriend at first, but later I found out that she works in

he listened, “Old man, what’s going on with Gab? How

Jarvis remained calm, “Gab’s 34, not 14. He

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