Sanford, who had recently been discharged, kept his injury hidden from his parents to avoid worrying them about his condition.

Over the phone, he fabricated a story, telling his father he and Maggie would be spending New Year’s elsewhere.

Early in the morning, Rosalynn had the servants prepare a room at the Morenos’ house for Sanford, allowing him to stay temporarily for his ongoing treatment.

Sanford did not resist and adhered to the arrangements made by Rosalynn and Brian.

..

Library

The house was now brimming with life; some watched TV, others engaged in lively chats, a few played chess, and several enjoyed games.

Laughter and joy permeated the atmosphere.

“Shari, do you really not need to go home and spend New Year’s with your family?” Rosalynn, sensing Shari’s discomfort, approached her with a plate of fruit, hoping to ease her into the festive atmosphere.

“I thought you might enjoy some fruit,” she offered warmly.

Accepting the plate with a gracious nod, Shari replied, “Thank you, Mrs.

Hughes.

I are not on good

a difference whether I go back

Rosalynn smiled understandingly.

to engage and don’t hold yourself back,” she

Shari responded, her smile widening slightly as her gaze swept across the

corner with Barlow and

moment’s hesitation, she walked over to join

Kyson, Barlow, and Karina were deep in the throes of their

rang out, urgent and

guard the right side! Oh no,

directions, Karina retorted with a frown, “I know! Would

in panic, “Hey, you need to

out! Ah! We’re

characters met a swift defeat, riddled with

put down his phone and shot

pulling

the accusation, Barlow raised his eyebrows and

you really go

an eye roll, Karina dismissed

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