Give thanks

"Brother, why are you here?" Jeslyn was shocked to see Miles sitting in one of the chairs at the breakfast table.

She looked at Veronica, who was standing next to her. But she shook her head vigorously, indicating that she knew nothing about this.

"You're awake. Let's sit down quickly!" Mr. Graysen came in and broke the silence. He pulled up a chair near Miles and smiled kindly at Jeslyn. "You're lucky to have a brother who loves you as much as he does. Go to him and give him a hug. Don't you miss him?"

Jeslyn stayed where she was and swallowed. Her body felt stiff as if all her nerves couldn't work properly due to the shock.

Miles glanced at Jeslyn and turned to Mr. Graysen. "Thank you for taking in my sister and letting her stay here for a few days."

"That's not a problem. She's a friend of Veronica's. Her presence here adds to the festive atmosphere. Your sister is very cheerful, just like my daughter," said Mr. Graysen.

Then he looked at Veronica and Jeslyn in turn. "What are you