Gabriel raised an eyebrow at her in silent rebuke, his voice deep and steady, "Grandpa won't give you a hard time, what's the rush?"

Sylvia held her wine glass, a hint of surprise crossing her face, her lips stained with the red of the wine, her cheeks slightly flushed, adding to her charm.

Old Mr. Jarvis gently chided, "She's toasting to me, and you have to make a comment. This drink, you'll take for me!"

Gabriel's gaze briefly swept over the girl. Without further comment, he picked up the wine and downed it in one go.

Beside them, Magdalen teased, "I thought Gabriel was advising Sylvia to sip her drink slowly. Turns out he thought she wasn't drinking enough and should gulp it down like he does." Laughter filled the air, lightening the atmosphere considerably.

During the meal, Old Mr. Jarvis didn't make any special arrangements for Sylvia, allowing her to feel more at ease and as if she truly belonged, rather than being an outsider receiving special treatment.

The plum wine was rich in flavor, and Sylvia drank two glasses in succession. Gabriel subtly switched her wine for a fruit tea without making a fuss.

alcohol, Sylvia felt a warmth spreading from her hands to her feet, a comforting warmth that soothed her

asked Sylvia, "First time in C

been here once on a business trip, but it was

a hurry to leave, you could stay and explore for a couple of days. I'm free as well,

smiled warmly, "Since you're here, you might as well stay. We have plenty

refuse, simply responding, "That sounds

She squeezed Estelle's hand under

the holidays. After the New Year, I'll come over too. It'll be great to have everyone

said, "Then it's settled. Magdalen, make sure you keep

in front of you!" Magdalen raised her fruit tea, "Then here's to reuniting after the

She glanced at Gabriel, who was looking back at her, his

replied, "Not at

it after the New Year. Don't go wandering off before

nodded, finishing her

and Jonathan were naturally quiet, with Magdalen there, the conversation never lulled. Outside, the cold wind howled, but inside, it was as warm as spring. Even sitting in

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