Lionel, who had been full of energy at the start, gave up as soon as they finished taking a picture in front of the
“True Man” tablet.
“] can’t do it anymore. I'm exhausted and hot. Let's rest a bit before going any further.”
Mindy teased him, “Weren't you the one who confidently said yesterday that you'd be fine? And now look at you
this is just the beginning, and you're already throwing in the towel?”
Lionel replied, completely unbothered, “I'm no spring chicken anymore. I've climbed this far before needing a
break. Look at those younger folks-sof them are already turning back, not even making it as far as | did!”
Indeed, down the seemingly endless staircase, there were plenty of younger people already heading back.
Mindy just sighed, shaking her head. There was just no use arguing with him.
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Miranda watched her parents bicker and couldn't help but laugh.
Halfway through her laughter, Mindy caught her in the act, “Why are you laughing so hard? Are you on your
dad's side?”
Lionel winked at her, clearly implying. Of course, we were always on the steam!
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Miranda smiled, “Dad, Mom, how about | take a picture of you two together?”
“Sure, sure!” Lionel had been sitting but immediately stood up, brushing off his clothes to tidy himself up.
Mindy chuckled, “Look at you, trying to be handsome.
“Of course! Standing next to my wife, | can’t look too shabby. How do I look, sweetie?” he asked, straightening
his outfit.
Miranda played along, giving him a thumbs-up, “Very handsome! Ready? One, two-"
“Wait!” Lionel interrupted. He'd just noticed his hat was crooked and struggled to adjust it, unsure of what was
off.
Amused by his impatience, Mindy stepped in to fix it for him, shaking her head with a soft smile.
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after all. As Mindy focused on
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admiring how beautiful she looked.
Miranda then pressed the shutter, capturing the perfect moment.
That night, the three of them were thoroughly exhausted. They slept soundly and deeply.
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She left quietly, but when she returned in the afternoon, she found an unexpected guest at home.
“Dr. Jefferson!”