"Alright!"

Ansel had spent a good part of his life roughing it in the military, but in front of Gabriel, his junior, he always showed an involuntary respect.

As they walked into the house, the courtyard, usually only frequented by the cleaning staff, was alight with festive decorations, every corner brimming with the spirit of the New Year. Gabriel, holding Sylvia's hand, asked, "Cold? Why are your hands so chilly?"

"Just standing outside for a bit will do that, no worries," Sylvia responded in a soft whisper.

"You really need to take better care of yourself."

"Yeah, I'll see to it when we get back."

"Don't just talk about it, be about it."

"I may ignore others, but I can't dare ignore you."

Their conversation was casual, not overly flirtatious, but there was an undeniable warmth between them.

Ann watched the pair, feeling increasingly melancholic.

As they entered the living room, Sylvia turned around, "Mr. Flair, Ms. Flair, please, make yourselves at home!"

no need for formalities!" Ansel said

Ann to try. After a couple of polite refusals, Ann sat quietly behind Ansel. Ansel inquired, "How's Old Mr. Jarvis doing? Still

replied, "Yes, he's doing

Old Mr. Jarvis happy,

smiled, "Grandpa's happy because Sylvia's spending the New Year with us

has always been a top priority for Old Mr.

changed the subject, "Mr. Flair, why didn't you bring your

preparations, so she couldn't make it. We usually come together Ansel explained with a

Gabriel nodded, then turned to Ann, "What are you working

graduated from military school last year and

"That's impressive!"

has always looked up to you as a role model. Hearing you were back,

blushed but confidently

because of Gabriel

my

to follow in

direction. I'll

as Gabriel Carnes in the military, had changed

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