Miranda stayed at home until it was almost the New Year before returning to Elgerson. She heard a familiar voice just after passing through the gate. "Mimi!" Miranda looked up and saw Paul standing nearby, smiling gently at her. She went over to him with a grin, and he naturally took the luggage
The atmosphere froze at that moment. Jenny noticed the sudden silence, but she hadn't figured out why before Quincey quickly diverted her to the kitchen. "Mom, you should check if there's something burning in the pot.""No way! My pork trotters!" Jenny rushed off in a panic. Only then did Quincey
Paul said, "I can't help but tense up when I know your so-called casual question is based on misunderstanding and prejudice against her."Susan sighed, and her tone softened suddenly. "I'm very happy you stayed home for Christmas Eve. Esme also brought Ozzy and Brooke. Everything feels perfect right
"Go open the door," Paul said. Miranda was stunned. "What?""Open the door."She was already out the door before Paul could finish his sentence on the other end. Lionel glanced outside and sat up abruptly. "Is that Paul?"He remembered clearly that Paul had suddenly shown up last year on Christmas
Rena and Mindy exchanged a glance. Here it was again. Jenny was clearly being petty. Leonard's family never showed up early whenever Christmas Eve was celebrated at their place. They would arrive right at mealtime and sit down to eat straight away. They were clearly giving preferential treatment
Lionel shot up from his seat the moment he heard about Susan's illness. "Huh? She's sick? Is it serious?""It's thymic carcinoma," Miranda replied. "They've already surgically removed the tumor, and now she needs chemotherapy. Paul has to spend Christmas with his mom, so naturally he can't come to L