FULL NOVELXO Chapter 105 The New Year
"He is not that powerful." Johny said, then sneered, "It seems that there are quite a few people who want to kill me."
"But if it wasn't Henry, who else could it be? If the man is an enemy of the entire Winsor family, then he should assassinate Henry. Although you are in this position, but..."
The general belief was that the Winsor family would not be handed to a cripple, and it was only a matter of time before Henry replaces Johny. Therefore, Henry is a more important target.
But Johny was confident, "Let's put it off. Bob, thank you. The new year is coming. Take a rest and enjoy your holiday."
His confidence soothed Bob, who asked, "You seem to know who it is?"
"I don't know. I am just guessing."
"Well, since you got a plan, I can rest assured now. But..." Bob smiled at Johny and said, "There will be good news from Ceres soon, right?"
Johny picked up the book on the table and threw it at Bob.
Bob left with a smile.
However, Johny was indeed planning to speed up the progress for Ceres. After all, time and tide wait for no one.
A few days later, Johny's holiday also began. However, it was already the day before New Year's Eve. Ceres proposed to go back to Evian Town for the New Year. The quaint town had a better festive atmosphere than the city. Johny had no objections.
On New Year's Eve, Johny had to be with the Winsor family. But Evian Town was far away from it. So, he was ready to leave after lunch.
Ceres took a nap in Johny's arms. Johny looked at the time. It would take four hours to get to the Winsor family's old mansion from here. He was afraid that when he got home, it would be too late and might arouse suspicion.
"Ceres, Ceres." Johny pinched Ceres's face.
"What's wrong?" Ceres opened her eyes in a daze.
"I have to return to the old house." Johny was very reluctant to tell this fact to Ceres. He knew that Ceres would be very sad.
Ceres was stunned for a moment. She had forgotten that Johny was not like her, who had no family. He was going home to celebrate the New Year.
"Okay."
Ceres's understanding and resignation made Johny felt even more sorry for her. He could feel how happy Ceres had been during the past few days. She had not properly celebrated a new year since she was twelve.
"I'll try to come back early tomorrow."
"Don't worry, I haven't slept in for a long time. I will get up late tomorrow."
"Then I'm going."
After sending off Johny reluctantly, the smile on Ceres's face disappeared.
She thought that she won't be alone during this Spring Festival. Every Spring Festival in the Morrise family, she was extremely busy because many servants would go home. And she stayed there and took up most of the work.
She longed for the happiness of the Morrise family. She thought that Johny would be with her this year, but now...
However, she didn't blame Johny. She knew that Johny had his difficulties.
Some servants in this villa had also come home. It was much quieter than usual. The new servant Cindy and Ceres were about the same age. She ran up and shouted happily, "Mrs. Winsor, I heard that the town is beautiful. Let's go and see!"
Ceres had no other thing to do and so she went to the town with Cindy.
The whole town was in a festive mood. Red lanterns were decorated here and there, and every household was festooned with lights and couplets.
Ceres suddenly remembered when her father was still with her, every new year in their village was as clamorous as here and now.
"Mrs. Winsor, this is all prepared by Mr. Winsor. He was afraid that you would be lonely, so he decorated this place beautifully!" Ceres laughed. It turned out that he had done so much for her.
The two of them bought candied haws in the market and walked around while eating. They also bought a lot of toys before returning home.
After returning, Ceres gathered all the servants in the house to make the dinner, especially the dumplings. The villa became lively.
Mia timidly stood at the door. When she saw Ceres, she was still a little blushful. She was darker and thinner now. Outdoor labor was heavy and toilsome. "I'm really sorry about what happened before," she whispered.
Ceres felt sympathetic for her. After all, this was New Year's Eve. She said, "It's fine. The past is past. Join us!"
Mia joined the others.
Ceres brought these servants with her for a sumptuous dinner. After eating, she allowed everyone to watch the gala show in the living room.
The room was bustling with noise and excitement.
In the Winsor family.
The crystal chandelier illuminated the entire restaurant as if it was daytime, and the tableware reflected silver light.
The dishes on the table were also very sumptuous. Although there were only four people, the dishes covered the whole table.
Jack was usually taciturn. Johny was indifferent. Zara and Henry were therefore reserved. There was almost no sound on the table.
"Dad, let me give you a toast. I wish you good health in the new year." Henry raised his glass.
Jack smiled. Although he was disappointed that Henry had not inherited his intelligence, it was precisely Henry who made him feel the warmth between a father and son. "Thank you." Jack drank a glass of wine.
Zara hastily added, "I also wish Jack healthy and sage in the new year. Celia is far away in France. She asked me to toast you on her behalf." Jack and Zara had a toast.
Johny was unmoved. He had never liked this kind of interaction. This year, his heart was not in it because he was concerned about Ceres. After the toast, everyone ate happily.
Zara and Henry exchanged a meaningful look. Then, Henry said, "Dad, today is a good day. I have good news to tell you."
"What good news? Tell me." Maybe it was because of the Spring Festival, Jack was less serious than before and seemed to be in a good mood. "I want to get married."
"Oh?"
"Henry still regrets the last time he made you angry. He wants to redeem. A marriage could help him constrain himself." Zara hurriedly chimed in. "May I know which family she is from?"
Henry looked at Johny meaningfully. "She is..."