Chapter 1100:


    Upon their return, they began installing the decorations. The housekeeping staff had already transformed the house with Christmas trees and vibrant lighting disys.


    Elena had never experienced such an borate Christmas celebration before. The Harper family’s infectious joy began awakening her own sense of excitement.


    Jolie had selected Christmas attire for everyone and instructed them to bathe and dress in their new garments.


    Elena slipped into the red sweater Jolie had chosen for her, discovering it hugged her frame wlessly. The sweater featured a crimson base with a charming rabbit motif at the center, lending her an air of tenderness and sweetness.


    Elena wasn’t alone in her festive wear—the four Harper men had changed into coordinating red sweaters as well. Theirs differed only in disying a bear design across the chest rather than a rabbit. With their impressive shoulders, trim waists, and long legs, the four men appeared far more approachable in red sweaters than in their customary business suits.


    Jolie surveyed the scene with evident satisfaction.


    The household staff had prepared the Christmas Eve feast in advance, and Jolie had granted them the evening off to honor the tradition of family gatherings during the holiday season.


    Vince’s family and Bertha arrived to share the meal.


    Javier bubbled with the most enthusiasm. The moment he entered, he wanted to escort Elena outside for fireworks. However, when he noticed Elena, Jeffry, Ellis, and Louis all sporting matching red sweaters, jealousy shed across his features. “Jolie, next year I demand a red sweater identical to Elena’s!”


    Jolieughed softly and agreed. “Absolutely, I’ll secure one for you next year.” This promise satisfied Javierpletely.


    As twilight descended, everyone eagerlymenced their fireworks disy.


    The entire neighborhood sparkled with celebratory illumination, decorations adorning every surface. Each household maintained its own customs—some families gathered for their reunion meal at midday, but the Harpers consistently chose evening celebrations.


    The dining table groaned under an abundance of seafood, meats, vegetables, and fresh fruits.


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    Bertha upied the head position, with Alexander and Vince nking her sides. Elena found herself seated between Jeffry and Ellis.


    Louis’s dyed arrival meant the chair beside Elena had already been imed. Javier also harbored hopes of sitting near Elena, but recognizing he couldn’tpete with Jeffry or Ellis, he epted defeat and chose an avable seat elsewhere.


    Alexander retrieved a bottle of exceptional whisky he had been preserving, and the men each filled their sses.


    Elena, following Jolie’s example, selected red wine.


    As the Harper family patriarch, Alexander lifted his ss to make a toast. Only after this ceremonial toast did the younger generation begin their meal.


    Following dinner, Bertha, experiencing difort, departed with Vince’s family. Alexander presented Elena with an elegant gift box. “Elena, this represents your Christmas present.”


    Elena froze in astonishment. Within the Reed household, Christmas gifts had never materialized for her.


    Jolie also presented her gift, beaming with affection. “Thises from my heart. I hope my daughter experiences a year overflowing with joy and achievement.”


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