Chapter 3956-3960

Married At First Sight Chapter 3956-3960
Chapter 3956
“Liberty,” Hank called 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 everything. He mentioned he would play with those during his next visit. 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 handed them to Liberty. In addition to 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 extravagant, just a small gesture of goodwill. Although we are no longer husband and wife, we are still Sonny’s parents. We can treat each other as friends—or family—for his sake.”
Liberty looked 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 kindly. “Sonny asked if he could accept it, so please take it on his behalf. It may not be 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.”
In the past, Mrs. Brown had openly favored her other grandchildren, giving larger red envelopes to Chelsea’s three children while Sonny received a smaller amount. She had thought the money would end up with Liberty anyway, so she saw little reason to be generous.
But now, things had changed.
Liberty accepted the envelopes and said, “Thank you. This is more than enough.”

“I understand that your pension isn’t substantial, and there’s no need for you to go out of your way to give Sonny a large red envelope.” In Wiltspoon, most New Year’s envelopes typically contained only $10 or $20, so anything more was considered a generous bonus. Mrs. Brown shook her head. “Please, just take it. We’ve come to realize how wrong we were in the past. We didn’t treat Sonny fairly, and now we want to make amends. Our expenses are low now, and we’ve stopped financially supporting Chelsea. With just the two of us, we can save one of our pensions each month. We’re doing well.” She gently pressed the envelopes into Liberty’s hands.

“Liberty, we’ve made many mistakes before, and we are aware of that now. However, we are still Sonny’s grandparents, and we would like to ask for a favor. Could Sonny stay with us for a couple of days each month? We’re getting older, and we simply want to spend time with our grandson. Don’t worry—we won’t allow Chelsea to use Sonny as a reason to ask for money or favors anymore. We’ve talked to her about that.”

Liberty nodded, her expression calm yet understanding. “Auntie, I’ve told you before—you’re always welcome to see Sonny. If he wants to spend a couple of days with you each month, I’ll bring him over. And if I can’t, Seren will ensure he gets there.” She paused, her tone softening. “I want Sonny to have that choice. If he’s happy to come, I’ll encourage him. But if he doesn’t want to, I won’t force him. What matters most is his happiness.”

Mrs. Brown glanced over at Sonny, who was laughing and playing with Duncan. The bond between Sonny and Duncan was unmistakable, much stronger than the boy’s connection to Hank. She sighed quietly, looking at her son. “Alright,” Mrs. Brown said with a small smile. “As long as Sonny wants to come, we would love to have him.”

having him in our lives, even just a couple of days a month, would mean so much to us. We would love to spend that time nurturing our relationship with him.” Her voice held a tone of longing as she added, “We simply want to be a part of his life.”

Married At First Sight Chapter 3957

“Uncle, Auntie, it’s getting windy out here. You should head back. We’re about to leave too,” Liberty said politely. After gathering the bags her former in-laws had prepared for Sonny, she said her goodbyes and walked toward Duncan and Sonny, who were waiting for her a few steps away.

Sonny had already climbed down from Duncan’s shoulders. Duncan was back in his wheelchair, holding Sonny as they waited for Liberty to join them. Noticing Liberty carrying several bags, Duncan turned to Sonny. “Sonny, let’s help Mom with those bags.”

“Okay!” Sonny replied cheerfully. He slid off Duncan’s lap and quickly ran to grab his small suitcase. Excited to drag it himself, he enjoyed feeling helpful while Liberty let him take charge.

Duncan reached for the bags in her hands and stacked them on his lap. “Why are there so many bags? I don’t remember dropping off this much stuff when I brought Sonny here.”

Sonny quickly chimed in, “Dad bought me new clothes and toys! I couldn’t bring all the toys, so I left some at Dad’s house for next time. Grandpa and Grandma also packed food for us—New Year’s treats!”

Duncan smiled warmly. “I see. No wonder there’s so much. Did you remember to thank Grandpa and Grandma for everything?”

“Thank you!” Sonny called back, though the Browns were already walking away. Duncan turned to Liberty. “The Browns sent us so many things. When we get back, let’s send something to them in return. It’s only fair.” After

Despite being Sonny’s biological father and grandparents, Duncan believed in fostering mutual respect. He had already captured Sonny’s heart, even if the boy didn’t refer to him as “Dad.” Deep down, Duncan understood that Sonny viewed him as a father figure, and that was enough for him. Liberty nodded in agreement. She hadn’t brought much when she dropped Sonny off, worried that Chelsea might arrive and take everything away, as she had previously done.

“Alright, let’s head home,” Duncan said with a smile. Liberty began to push his wheelchair while Sonny followed closely behind, pulling his little suitcase. The three of them appeared to be a joyful, united family, their laughter filling the air.

Once they were in the car, Duncan asked Sonny, “Do you want to stop by your Aunt Seren’s house?”

“Yes!” Sonny exclaimed enthusiastically. “I miss Aunt Seren and Uncle Zack. I also want to visit Aunt Jasmine’s house.”

Duncan chuckled, clearly entertained by the boy’s excitement. “That sounds like a great idea. It’s wonderful to hear you miss them. They’ve always loved you so much, Sonny.” Turning to Liberty, he added, “We’ll drop our things off at home first, then head to Seren’s for dinner. It’ll be lively there.”

He continued, “By the way, except for Tatum, all of Zachary’s brothers are back. The house will be filled with people. My parents are also planning to come—they want to join in the fun.”

Liberty smiled, picturing the vibrant atmosphere at Wildridge Manor. Unlike the Lewis family villa, Wildridge Manor was enormous and always thrived during the holidays. Mrs. Lewis had expressed her wish to celebrate with her son and his family there, enjoying the festive season alongside the York family. During New Year’s, it was customary for everyone to gather at different homes to eat,

friends and playing games. The younger generation would relax and enjoy quality time together. By the third day of the New Year, the York siblings usually embarked on local road trips or traveled to other destinations, utilizing their annual leave to unwind and explore. However, Serenity’s pregnancy prevented her from traveling far, and Zachary was reluctant to take her on a local road trip. For now, their priority was family time and celebrating the New Year with their loved ones.

Wildridge Manor offered ample space, and with many workers living nearby at the base of the mountain, there was never a dull moment. Whenever boredom struck, the elderly Mrs. York would take a walk down the mountain, mingling with locals and listening to their conversations, making the time seem to fly by.

Upon returning home, Evan immediately set out to find his grandmother, Mrs. York. However, she was not at the manor; she was somewhere in the village below, and he had no way of knowing which house she was visiting. Instead of knocking on doors, Evan opted for a more practical approach and called her. After a brief wait, she picked up the phone.

“Evan, you’re back? I thought you might skip the New Year entirely!” she teased, her voice warm with amusement. “So, did you find your ‘Fox’? Your older brothers have all found their lovely partners, and now you three are still single. Elian is moving faster than you—he said he’ll bring his fiancée home by May. Even Tatum is ahead of you. At least he’s not dragging his feet like you!”

“Grandma,” Evan replied, trying to keep his voice steady, “when will you be back? I need to discuss something important with you.”

The elderly woman, sensing his seriousness, feigned innocence. “I’m not at the villa right now; I’m out shopping with your friends.”

sister-in-law, and I don’t intend to return anytime soon. If you have something to say, please just tell me over the phone. It’s faster that way.”

“Will you be back tonight?” Evan asked, sounding increasingly impatient.

“Probably not,” she replied. “I might stay in the city overnight—I have plenty of places to stay.”

Evan let out a deep breath, trying to contain his frustration. “Fine, Grandma. I’ll talk to you tomorrow.”

“Tomorrow? That’s New Year’s Eve. Do you really think I’ll have time to sit around chatting? Everyone will be busy preparing for the festivities. Whatever it is, just say it now. My hearing is good; I can listen just fine over the phone.”

Evan tried again. “If you can’t talk tomorrow, will you have time on the first or second day of the New Year?”

The old lady paused to think. On the second day, her daughters-in-law would likely take their children to visit their own parents. She herself didn’t often visit her family, though her nephews and grandchildren usually came to see her during the holidays.

Evan was already devising a plan. He would skip the visit to his uncle’s house and stay at the villa, cornering his grandmother for a private conversation. He was determined to get her to admit the truth—or better yet, provide proof—that Fox was Abby. If he could confirm that Fox was indeed Abby, his entire world would finally make sense.

Sensing his urgency, the old lady chuckled. “Alright, if you don’t want to talk now, we’ll leave it for later. But I have to go. Your sister-in-law and I are heading out to see some flowers.”

With that, she hung up, leaving Evan to simmer.

Evan stared at his phone, his lips twitching in exasperation. “Flowers?” he muttered under his breath. “There are plenty of flowers at the villa, not to mention the…

fields at the base of the mountain. “Does she really need to go to the city to see flowers?” he wondered, shaking his head in disbelief. His grandmother was impossible. During the New Year, she reveled in exploring and soaking up the festive spirit wherever she could.

Back in the city, the old lady turned to Serenity with a mischievous smile. “You see, Seren, after your little reminder to Evan, he’s finally coming to me for help.” Serenity, ever composed, replied, “I doubt it will make much difference. Without evidence linking Fox to Abby, he has no ground to stand on. All Abby has to do is deny it, and he’ll be at a standstill.”

Camry, overhearing their exchange, chuckled. “Good thing Callum and I managed to avoid getting caught up in Grandma’s schemes.” Hayden sighed in agreement. “Honestly, it’s a relief.”

The old lady laughed heartily, clearly entertained by their responses. “You’re all good kids, but Evan… he just wouldn’t listen to me. Does he think I would ever lead him astray? I may not have many tricks left, but I can judge people better than most.” She leaned back, beaming with pride as her granddaughters-in-law chimed in with playful compliments.

“If you weren’t sharp, Grandma,” one teased, “the rest of us wouldn’t stand a chance.”

“Grandma, it’s not that Evan isn’t listening to you. He just met Abby. Honestly, if Zachary hadn’t told me, I would have never guessed Abby had so many identities. She’s hidden them so well. Evan has been searching for so long and still hasn’t figured it out,” someone observed.

Serenity smiled. “Well, Grandpa Silver Fox’s top apprentice is truly impressive.” Grandma May had always cared for Evan, even going so far as to choose someone extraordinary for him—Grandpa Silver Fox’s very own.

apprentice. The seasoned elders and the prodigies they trained were truly exceptional; they operated on an entirely different level. Each of them could easily rival Julian.

“But Evan is stuck. That dream continues to haunt him,” Grandma May sighed. “It’s peculiar. He had never even met Bianca before, yet he had already dreamed about her repeatedly, even before I showed him her picture.”

“Perhaps it’s fate,” Camryn suggested with a warm smile. “Who knows? Maybe they were husband and wife in a past life.”

“The real mystery, Grandma, is how you knew Abby was both Bianca and Fox,” Camryn added, her curiosity piqued.

In truth, Camryn was also eager to understand how Grandma May had chosen her. After all, the older woman had once orchestrated her match with Callum. Back then, Camryn was blind and little more than a servant in the Newman household, living a life of hardship. Yet somehow, Grandma May saw through it all and welcomed her into the York family as a daughter-in-law.

Camryn wasn’t the only one pondering this. Hayden was equally curious about how Grandma May had selected her and matched her with Kevin. Raised as a man, Hayden appeared more masculine than most men, and even her own parents often forgot she was a woman. Many women admired her, but none had discovered her true identity.

Wiltspoon and Jensburg were worlds apart, and Grandma May seldom visited Jensburg. Yet she had known Hayden’s secret long before anyone else.

One day, the York family would have nine young mistresses. Besides Serenity and whoever married the youngest York brother, nearly all of them likely shared the same question: How did Grandma May know?

The old lady chuckled. “That’s my special gift. I can’t reveal my secrets; if I did, my mystique would vanish. I must keep you all guessing.”

“Don’t you think I’m incredible?” Grandma teased, prompting a mix of exasperation and amusement from everyone present. What could they possibly do with such a cheeky grandmother?

“Come on, Grandma, just tell us. Satisfy our curiosity,” someone encouraged.

Camryn turned to Hayden. “Don’t you want to know?”

Hayden nodded eagerly.

Camryn then asked Serenity, “What about you, Seren?”

Serenity smiled. “Of course I want to know, but it’s pointless. If Grandma doesn’t want to share, no amount of begging will change her mind. Her secrets are locked up tight.”

Grandma May chuckled, clearly enjoying herself. “Seren understands me. That’s why we make such a great team.”

She continued, “By the way, we’re not going home tonight. We’ll head back after breakfast tomorrow morning.”

Hayden raised an eyebrow. “If we’re not going home, where will we stay?”

“Your men own plenty of houses in the city, so we have plenty of options,” Grandma May replied with a playful grin. “I even have several properties of my own. Plus, we have a big hotel in the family. But you know what? Let’s all stay at Seren’s place for the night. It’ll be more enjoyable that way.”

Zachary’s spacious villa in the Regent Residences could easily accommodate everyone.

“Sounds good to me,” Serenity said, her voice tinged with nostalgia. “It’s been a while since I stayed there. Zachary and I made so many wonderful memories in that house. But since I got pregnant, we’ve mostly been at Wildridge Manor.”

The elders back at Wildridge Manor were naturally concerned. Having Serenity at Zachary’s villa meant they could keep a close watch on her, providing reassurance for both them and Zachary.

That night, Grandma May brought several of her…

granddaughters-in-law to Zachary’s grand villa in the Regent Residences. The butler, Sam, had decided not to return home for the New Year. With Zachary’s consent, he had invited his family to the villa to celebrate together.

Nevertheless, Sam, known for his strict demeanor, maintained a disciplined environment. Even with his family present, he enforced clear boundaries, ensuring they didn’t wander into the main house uninvited. As the villa’s butler, Sam had his own private residence on the property and did not reside in the main house.

When Sam noticed Grandma May and the young ladies arriving late at night, he was taken aback. He hadn’t received any notification from Zachary or Serenity regarding their plans. “Did the eldest young lady come here alone?” Sam inquired, stepping forward to greet Serenity, who had rolled down the car window.

His first thought was that Zachary might have upset Serenity, prompting her to leave Wildridge Manor and come here. With New Year’s Eve just a day away, he found her unexpected visit unusual. However, as soon as he saw Grandma May with Camryn and the others, he understood the situation.

This was one of Grandma May’s playful antics. She had clearly gathered her granddaughters-in-law for an impromptu “runaway” adventure, leaving the young masters at home to scramble and wonder what was happening. Grandma May was known for her harmless mischief. The younger generation adored her and indulged her whims, allowing her to enjoy her fun. After all, in their youth, she had been the one showering them with affection. Now that she was older, it was their turn to express their love and patience.

As Sam aged, he found himself admiring Grandma May’s joyful life even more. Her family was closely knit; her children and grandchildren were devoted to her, and harmony reigned in the household.

household—everything most people yearned for but few attained.
“Old Madam, have the young ladies eaten yet?” Sam inquired respectfully.
“Yes, we’ve already eaten,” Grandma May replied warmly. “Don’t worry about us, Sam. Go spend time with your family. We’ll manage just fine tonight.”
With that, Grandma May and her granddaughters-in-law settled in. The group gathered in the spacious living room, where they sang, played cards, and watched TV, filling the house with laughter and warmth.
Even Hayden, usually composed and reserved, became caught up in the lively atmosphere. She joined her sisters-in-law for karaoke, showcasing an unexpected talent for singing.
“Hayden, do you sing often?” Serenity asked, clearly impressed. “You sound almost like a professional!”
Hayden’s response remained calm, as always. “I sing occasionally when I’m stressed. It helps me unwind.”
Serenity, who now managed multiple companies herself, could easily imagine the pressure Hayden must face. As the head of Queen Enterprise—one of the largest corporations in Jensburg—Hayden bore a heavy workload and significant responsibilities. Even after revealing her true identity as the eldest daughter of the Queen family, she continued to run the company. At the same time, she increased her younger brother Hugh’s responsibilities to keep him from slacking off.
Though the two siblings were close in age, their personalities couldn’t be more different. Hayden was steady and disciplined, while Hugh remained carefree and playful. Their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Queen, often worried about Hugh’s lack of focus but chose not to pressure him into arranged blind dates. Instead, they allowed him to find his own path, believing that decisions about marriage and life partners should be his to make.
Their open-minded approach

The approach was also extended to Hayden, although there were greater concerns about her future. After all, Hayden had lived her life as a man, and most of her admirers were women. In retrospect, it was undoubtedly Grandma May’s extraordinary intuition that revealed Hayden’s true identity and facilitated her pairing with Kevin.