Chapter 1147

"Yeah," Gilbert nodded, a smug grin plastered across his face, "Absolutely."

He gave his brother a playful pat on the shoulder, "No need to be jealous, big bro. You're not far behind."

Hearing the commotion, Sherilyn looked up from her book, her lips curling into a smile, "Hey, Francis, you're back."

"Yeah," Francis nodded, stepping closer, his voice warm with gratitude, "Thanks for everything you've done these past few days."

"Don't mention it, big bro."

"Dad!" James ran over, his little feet barely making a sound on the carpet. "Uncle Gilbert!"

"Daddy!" Jenna followed suit, her voice a sweet echo. "Uncle Gilbert!"

Each child was promptly scooped up into the arms of their father.

Sherilyn watched them with a fond smile, "Francis, fancy staying for dinner tonight?"

"Afraid not."

Francis shook his head, holding James securely, "I'm just here to pick up James. We'll head back now."

"Sorry about that. Another time, though. Plenty of chances ahead."

"I get it."

Sherilyn chuckled, "Just teasing, Francis. James's bags are already in the car. Safe travels, big bro."

"Thanks." Francis gave a warm nod, a thought suddenly crossing his mind, "Oh, Sherilyn, are you free any time soon?"

"Uh..."

blinked, slightly puzzled, "Is

"Yeah."

teasing glint in his eyes, "I'll give you a

"Come on..."

not now? What's

Francis teased, "Not everything's for you

Gilbert: "..."

back a laugh, nodding, "I'll wait for your call." "Sure

conversation wrapped up, the adults were ready

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reluctant to part.

be sad," James said earnestly, holding Jenna's hand, "I'll

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will! Once you're in

other all the time. Be gone Other all

and healthy, okay?"

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"I will!"

leaving now. I'll miss

"I'll miss you too!"

amused glances, barely

Francis bundled James into the car and drove

at the door, watching until the car disappeared from view, lost

"Sherilyn?"

hand a gentle shake, "What are you thinking about? You're

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