The return journey was scheduled for two days later.

Mr. Kalmien and the Browns were both there to see Eileen and Rafael off.

Justin and Mr. Kalmien genuinely felt reluctant to see Eileen and Rafael leave.

Mrs. Brown, on the other hand, was there out of obligation.

"Eileen, come here." Justin pulled Eileen aside, "My sister said there's a gift for you, and she asked me to give it to you privately, without Rafael knowing."

Eileen had already noticed Joyce's absence but didn't want to ask. Now that Justin brought it up, she couldn't help but inquire, "Why isn't your sister here to give it to me herself?"

Justin scratched...