Find me in your labyrinth (Stella and Jonathan) novel Chapter 2298

Sylvia chuckled, "Thanks for looking out for me this past year, and Happy New Year!"

Her voice was gentle, yet it always carried a hint of distance and politeness, even towards him. Despite years of friendship, he still couldn't break through her walls, couldn't become someone she wouldn't guard against.

She was equally kind and equally distant to everyone.

He responded with genuine concern, "Happy New Year!"

Pausing, he added, "Are you outside? You should come in; I know you get cold easily. Take care of yourself out there."

"Alright, you go back to your family's New Year's Eve dinner."

"Once you're back in J City, dinner's on me."

"Mm, goodbye."

Sylvia hung up and returned to the living room.

Someone had called Old Mr. Jarvis, who retreated to the study next door for a chat with an old friend. Estelle and Jonathan had gone out to watch the fireworks, leaving only Gabriel.

The TV was playing a duet by the hottest male and female pop stars.

Sylvia resumed her spot, reaching for a slice of orange.

Gabriel was still peeling oranges. "Was the phone call sweet enough, or do you need an orange for that too?" he teased without looking up.

Taken aback, Sylvia glanced at him.

His profile was sharp and distinct, his expression unchanged, making it hard to detect any particular emotion in his question.

The corners of Sylvia's eyes twinkled, a hint of mischief growing in her gaze. She picked up a slice and offered it to Gabriel, grinning, "Is this orange sweet or sour? You tell me!"

Gabriel's dark eyes met hers, "Didn't you just taste one?"

"The last one was sweet, but this one seems a bit sour," Sylvia replied, her eyes gleaming.