Oliver's smile widened as Josefina expressed her concern. "With you looking out for me, Josie, I'll definitely be extra careful."
Their eyes met, and they shared a warm chuckle.
The car journey ended in the Harrison family estate's underground garage, where rows of vehicles stood neatly parked.
With a big family came a big fleet.
Stepping out of the car, Josefina noticed a new addition to the garage: a camper van.
"You better head back," she told Oliver. "Go check on Grandpa Brandon."
Today's events would surely weigh on the old man's mood.
Having such a reckless son was truly a trial.
Oliver nodded. "See you tomorrow, Josie."
"Tomorrow," she replied, waving as she stepped into the elevator while Oliver drove off.
...
Upon reaching the ground floor, Josefina emerged from the elevator to the sound of Hattie's gentle voice.
"Do you think our Josie will like this gift?"
Garrett reassured her, "No one knows her better than you, dear. If she doesn't like what you've chosen, we'll just get her something else. But I'll pay for anything you pick out for her."
Josefina, smiling, sat down on the couch across from her parents.
"Mom, Dad, you got me another gift? You really don't have to keep doing this; I have everything I need."
Hattie sat beside her daughter, looking at her with eyes brimming with affection, as if they were two sisters rather than mother and child.

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