Listening to Merlin's reply, Keith sensed there were a lot of stories behind Merlin's hardships.
Keith said, "It's alright, I don't mind listening. We can have a long chat at the table later."
Keith had just recovered from a close brush with death. He had serious memory problems, and he was wholly unaware of the current happenings in the United States.
However, he understood Merlin well and knew Merlin to be a stubborn brat who couldn’t admit defeat. Therefore, he found himself getting more and more curious about what Merlin had to say.
Merlin knew it was impossible to explain everything to Keith with just a few words. Therefore, he said vaguely, "Alright, Uncle Keith. I shouldn't bother you with my troubles. Why don't I join you for a couple of drinks later?”
At this, Holly said, "Merlin, you mustn't drink with Keith. If Keith drinks again, I'm afraid he might not even recognize me!"
"Right, right, right.” Merlin realized what he had just said and hurriedly amended his words. “I’m so sorry. It didn’t occur to me... My mistake."
Keith chuckled cheerily. "Look at that dejected look on your face! You must be the one who wanted to drink so badly."
He turned to Christian and Kaeden." Christian, Kaeden. You two have a drink with Merlin later. I won't be joining you."
The brothers nodded, "Okay, Dad.
Merlin could barely conceal his fatigue. Keith noticed and pretended to be stern," Merlin! Have more spirit! Look at you now. You’re nothing like your father's heroic self!"
Merlin rose, standing upright before saying respectfully, "You’re right, Uncle Keith."
Meanwhile, Christian checked the time and suggested, "Dad, why don’t we eat first? We can chat at the dining table."
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