Chapter 1273

The floor, freshly mopped in the morning, was getting another round of attention from Leo in the afternoon.

"Here I am, a grown man, fussing over this place like I'm about to meet the in-laws for the first time," he muttered to himself as he cleaned up.

When the couple finally arrived downstairs, Leo hurried down in his slippers to greet them.

"Hey there! Uncle, Aunt, welcome! Please, come on up."

He glanced at their "little brother-in-law," who was barely taller than a toddler, scooped him up, and carried him upstairs.

In the elevator, Leo made small talk with the couple.

Mr. Calder took in his surroundings, even checking out the elevator brand. "Ah, this is a good one, been around for a century."

He swallowed hard before saying, "Yeah, this neighborhood's great. It's got separate paths for people and cars, so it's both peaceful

the security guard earlier, asking about the

her daughter's

cleanliness, was pleased to see

Anya's just out getting familiar with her bridesmaid duties. She's on her way back now," Leo said, balancing the child in one arm while pouring water with the other. Mrs.

Calder was surprised. "She's really a

thought his daughter might've

agreed to help." Noticing Mr. Calder's skepticism, Leo added, "Anya's very straightforward; she wouldn't lie. Just the other day, she sneaked over to my aunt's to cuddle Wayne. When I found out and asked her about it, she just stayed quiet rather than lie." Anya

husband a knowing look, appreciating Leo's defense of

to Arthur. "Anya always stocks up on baby snacks at the supermarket, just in case

couple exchanged glances, recognizing

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