Viviana was still talking when Mandy finally held up a hand. "Can you stop already, Ana?"

Viviana smiled, then nodded, her usual vibrant smile warming her face. "Okay...So," she leaned forward... "how did the meeting go?"

A genuine smile touched Mandy’s lips. "It went really well."

“That’s great to hear! Alright then, I’ll get going. You should rest." Viviana gathered her purse.

"Sure… goodnight, Ana,"

"Goodnight, Aunt Viviana!" Axel chirped from the couch.

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