“Mr. Gulliver and Old Mr. Gulliver, these are gifts for you.” “Timothy, you even brought gifts for us? Oh, you shouldn’t have.” Although Figario’s words were filled with rejection, the smile on his face grew wider at the sight of Timothy bearing presents..
Next to him, Reggie and Annalise also gave him a checkmark in their minds. Since the two had been staying in the family’s old house all year round, Christmas was the only time they got to get together with Sabrina and her parents. However, this year, other than getting together with their son and granddaughter, Reggie and Annalise had another purpose: to see Sabrina’s boyfriend for themselves.
Of course, Timothy keenly sensed Reggie and Annalise’s scrutiny. Although he was still slightly nervous, he was far calmer than when he first visited the Gullivers.
So, Sabrina’s grandparents were highly satisfied by his performance as they kept ticking things off their list while they observed the talented, well-spoken, gentle-looking, and courteous man in front of them.
Since Annalise knew about Timothy’s leg injury in the past, she even glanced at his legs. However, the concern she had in her heart when she heard the news dissipated after she saw Timothy’s legs looking completely fine.
After the impromptu gift-giving ceremony, Melina warmly urged Timothy to take a seat. Just then, Reggie took the initiative to ask Timothy, “I heard that you would be going abroad after Christmas. Is it true?”
“Yes, I plan to further my studies abroad. I want to pick up advanced technology from their curriculum and incorporate it into our company’s technology when I return. This will facilitate us to develop better products in the future. Timothy nodded, not hiding his ambitions.
On the other hand, Annalise was somewhat worried as she listened to Timothy’s statement. “Still, it will take you some time until you finish your study abroad, right?” “Yes. It will take about two years, Timothy answered truthfully..
Melina also couldn’t help but frown when she heard his reply. Timothy and Sabrina have just started dating. Yet, I can’t believe they will need to go through a long-distance relationship in their early dating stage.
Therefore, she asked, feeling slightly worrisome, “Two years is quite a while, even though it’s not too long. What are your thoughts about this?” Although she was being subtle with her question, Timothy could still read between the lines.
It was just that before he could respond, Sabrina beat him to it and answered in his stead, Timothy has already discussed this with me. I plan to stay in Xerthania and help him supervise the company while he is away. Then, I will fly over to meet him when I’m on my weekend break.”
Timothy nodded in agreement. “I will also return during my breaks.” The elders of the Gullivers were delighted when they heard their decision. While they were chatting, the chef in the kitchen was finally done with the Christmas Eve dinner preparation.
With that, the group migrated over to the dining room. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves during the dinner. As Reggie still didn’t know how Timothy generated his wealth, he began to ask him a few questions. “Timothy, you are only in your early 20s, yet your net worth has reached a million. Judging from this, you are indeed doing better than your peers. So, tell me how did you start your business?”
Timothy didn’t have any intention of hiding his past from Reggie, so he replied truthfully. “I happened to be lucky. I developed a product with my friends, and its worth was recognized by Sawyer Group, making our company the recipient of venture capital.”
Reggie got somewhat emotional after he listened to Timothy’s story. “As expected, the current era is a good time for entrepreneurs. Starting a business wasn’t this simple back in my days. That immediately brought him down. memory lane as he recounted his past to an avid audience.
Even though Figario and Yaromir had listened to the same story once a year, they still paid close attention to it. As Timothy listened, he was also attentively caring for the two elders and Yaromir while they chatted.
Melina and Annalise, who had been sneaking discrete glances at him, took note of these details. Their satisfaction with Timothy was practically through the roof at this point.
“Good job, Sabrina. This boyfriend of yours truly is a keeper, Annalise praised Sabrina. Melina also affirmed Annalise’s statement with a firm nod of her own.
Timothy drank a lot of wine with the elders of the Gullivers that evening. Later, Sabrina lugged the utterly inebriated Timothy into the guest room.
At the same time, Tessa accompanied Stefania and Tobias in staying up all night to await the arrival of Christmas Day in the Sawyer Residence.
Since the men, especially Nicholas and Kieran, had imbibed in quite a bit earlier, they had gone upstairs to rest. Remus had also retired for the night as he wasn’t a spring chicken any longer..
Even so, the atmosphere in the living room was boisterous despite their absence. “Mommy, look! That man is so funny.” Gregory snuggled into Tessa’s arms as he pointed at the Christmas Gala skit on TV and giggled uncontrollably.
Like Gregory, Tessa was also amused by the skit. Each and every minute passed by amidst their laughter and banter. Gregory, who was energetic at first, eventually started to tire out.
When Tessa noticed this, she simply allowed him to snuggle in her arms and sleep. Likewise, Gordon was already out like a light in Stefania’s embrace.
It wasn’t until the clock stroked past dawn that they were ready to return to their respective rooms. Tessa rose to her feet as she carefully carried Gregory, wary of jostling him awake. Then, she bid Stefania and Tobias goodbye, whispering, “Mom and Dad, don’t stay up too late.”
“You should get some rest as well.” Stefania nodded in response and left with Gordon in her arms.
