Chapter 136

Myra and Terry had come specifically to visit Robert. The family gathered around the dining table, where a man sat at the head. He exuded a composed and commanding presence. His mannerisms were refined, his speech measured and unhurried. Though he carried an air of authority, there was no harshness in his demeanor—just a quiet, effortless gravitas. Despite the serious energy he projected, a faint smile lingered on his lips. This was Robert, the patriarch of the Moore family. "Dad, are you spending New Year's at home?" Calvin asked. Contrary to the rigid, formal image that outsiders had of the Moore family, the atmosphere around the table was warm, relaxed, and familial. Conversation flowed easily, much like any ordinary household. "I should be," Robert replied thoughtfully before turning his gaze to Barbara. "But isn't your mother planning to spend New Year's in Greenfield City?" "Yes, I have to stay. The artifact restoration isn't finished yet," Barbara responded. She had ori