Buddy and Pikko chirped happily as they ate, completely unaware of the world around them. Liana stood beside Javier, watching the two mischievous birds, when she noticed Gloria approaching.
The composed head maid stopped a short distance away, her usual calm smile on her face. "Young Master, Madam is calling for you," she said gently.
Javier's eyes lit up at the sight of Gloria. "Ohhhh!! Gloriaaaaa!" he exclaimed, bounding toward her. Before anyone could stop him, he leaned in dramatically. "Chuuuuuu!!"
To Liana's surprise, Gloria didn't move away. Instead, she smiled warmly and leaned down slightly to meet him halfway. Javier planted a quick kiss on her lips, grinning like he'd just won the lottery.
Gloria ruffled his hair affectionately. "Young Master, you're as lively as ever."
