Semua Bab To Be Yours Again: Bab 1041 - Bab 1050

Meanwhile, Alec's home was much quieter than Evan's. He had made several dishes, and though they weren't as fancy, it was still nutritious and homey enough for the three of them—grandparent, grandson, and butler."Come join us, Mr. Duncan," Alec called to Warren, who was standing in the doorway.Warren used to be dismissed during the holidays in order to join his family to have New Year's dinner, but ever since Old Mr. Faust's condition worsened, they could no longer afford to leave the old man alone at home.To Alec, Warren was part of their family. The man had taken care of him since he was a boy, after all. In fact, it wouldn't be too strange to treat the man as a second grandfather.Warren fidgeted awkwardly. "I'm afraid that might be…""Eat with us, Warren. You've always been family, now is no different," Old Mr. Faust spoke up. Warren had no reason to refuse now. He sat down with Alec and the old man while Alec gave them each a cup of warm tea instead of wine. "Here, let's

When Zack saw Jenny coming his way, hugging a giant snowball in her arms, he felt true fear."Calm down, Jenny. We can talk about this!" He yelped, stepping back. Janet giggled off to his side as the scene unfolded."I am very, very calm right now, Zack," Jenny said, grinning like the Devil herself.Zack regretted throwing the snowball at her.When Jenny stopped in front of her brother, she handed him the snowball. "Do you wanna do it yourself or have me do it for you?""I'll do it myself," Zack grumbled, taking the snowball. He'd at least survive without a neck injury with this choice.He raised the giant snowball above his head, then threw it downwards. Snow covered his face and shoulders as the ball disintegrated.Jenny laughed out loud at the silly sight. Just then, another snowball hit her back. It was a gentle toss, but Jenny still searched for the culprit.Janet was eyeing her carefully, another snowball in hand. "Zack isn't alone in this anymore, Jenny.""So this is ho

"We heard the old man's in Bardoff, so we thought we'd visit," Alfred explained, glancing at Mortimer.That look said it all. It was Mortimer who wanted to see his father.Jenny stood there, uncertain about whether she should let them in or not.Alec came to the door to her rescue, though his expression darkened the moment he saw who was standing outside. "What are you two doing here?""I want…to see…your grandfather, Alec," Mortimer spoke, words still choppy from not having spoken in so long.Alec's brow furrowed deeply. "He doesn't want to see you.""I know you hate me, Alec, but that's my father. Would he really feel that way?" Mortimer asked helplessly.Alec pursed his lips. In truth, he wasn't sure what his grandfather thought about Mortimer Faust. The old man hadn't mentioned a word of him since he came.Alfred then said, "He's already come all this way. Just let them meet this once, at least. We can't exactly stop them from seeing each other. It's their business."Alec

"You have a quick wit," Paul scowled, glaring at Leonard.The latter smiled but said nothing. He knew Paul didn't like him, but that didn't change the fact that he didn't care.On the other hand, the women were getting along fairly well. Stephanie was excitedly listening to Jade talk about her relationship with Max, deeply admiring it."I'd heard of him back in Parrington, but the rumors and tabloids only spoke about how much of a womanizer he was. I never expected him to change so drastically!" Stephanie said in awe. Love really could change someone!Jade was blushing. "It's not that big of a change. He's still as silly as before."The real change was probably how clingy Max could be. The man had insisted on going to the New Year's Eve gathering with her earlier, and he usually stayed glued to her everyday too, as if he had nothing better to do."Someone's shy," Stephanie teased. Her impression of Jade as a stern workaholic had changed as well. Now Jade seemed more gentle and

As the sky darkened and stars lit up among the clouds, Alec's food orders were delivered to his doorstep one after the other, to no one's surprise. It would be unreasonable to expect him to have cooked single-handedly for so many people.The usually-quiet villa was now colored with movement and cheerful sound. The guests all sat together in the dining room around two tables. Old Mr. Faust was pleased by the sight. He had been worried Alec might end up lonely after he passed away, but that worry had now dissipated.It looked like Alec had both friends and those he loved. Old Mr. Faust knew his grandson was in good hands then. The old man seemed to relax just like that, no longer having to burden himself with those worries.As everyone conversed while eating, the warm, bubbly mood continued into the night.Alec, who sat beside Jenny, said, "I hope we can celebrate like this next year too.""Me too." Jenny nodded.Though the future was unpredictable, they both held high hopes for wh