Chapter 3956
“Liberty,” Hank called out to his ex-wife, handing her Sonny’s small suitcase. “Everything Sonny brought is in here, including his toys. He left some at home since he couldn’t carry them all. He said he’d play with those next time he visits. We also bought him a few new clothes, but they didn’t fit in the suitcase, so we packed them in this bag.”
Hank took the other bags from his parents and passed them to Liberty. Along with Sonny’s new clothes and toys, the Browns had also prepared some small New Year’s gifts for Liberty.
“My parents put together some food for you,” Hank added. “It’s nothing fancy, just a little gesture of goodwill. We may not be husband and wife anymore, but we’re still Sonny’s parents. We can treat each other as friends—or family—for his sake.”
Liberty glanced at the items. They were simple and inexpensive, but she accepted them graciously. “Thank you,” she said to Hank and the Browns.
Mrs. Brown stepped forward with two large red envelopes and handed them to Liberty. “This is Sonny’s New Year’s money from his grandparents,” she said warmly. “Sonny asked if he could accept it, so please take it on his behalf. It’s not much, but it’s what we could manage. Sonny doesn’t mind.”
After a brief pause, Mrs. Brown added, “This year, we gave Sonny more New Year’s money than we gave Chelsea’s kids.”
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