"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!"

family here, no need for formalities!"

for Ann to try. After a couple of

"Yes, he's

made Old Mr. Jarvis happy,

happy because Sylvia's spending the New Year with

marriage has always been

subject, "Mr. Flair, why didn't you

got a big event early this year, she's all tied up with preparations, so she couldn't make it. We

Ann, "What are you working

year and is now working as

"That's impressive!"

you as a role model. Hearing

blushed but confidently

because of

my

follow

direction. I'll

Gabriel Carnes in the military, had changed

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