The new year rang in, and well wishes were sent all around. Eventually, everyone left, and the family managed to get some rest. Morgan had slept right through the night despite all the noise downstairs.
Later that morning, as was custom in the Jones family, they were all going to gather for a new year meal.
Usually, they would go to Aunt Ruby and Uncle Chris's place. This year, the tide changed, and everyone would be assembling at their place.
The family had not gone home after the ball. Everyone had slept over.
Around 10 that morning, everyone was up and busying themselves in the kitchen, preparing for the grand lunch.
While the women were working in the kitchen, the men gathered in the living room, each enjoying a warm cup of hot chocolate and having a good conversation.
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