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

really make a difference whether I go

Rosalynn smiled understandingly.

don’t hold yourself back,” she

Shari responded, her smile widening slightly as her gaze swept

corner with Barlow and

a moment’s hesitation, she walked over to join

Kyson, Barlow, and Karina were deep in

rang out, urgent and

guard the right side!

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

Kyson persisted, his voice rising in

watch out! Ah! We’re

a swift defeat, riddled with

face, put down his phone and

were you pulling punches

by the accusation, Barlow raised his eyebrows and

you really go

eye roll,

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