"We'll be leaving first, Granny Moreland." Max Davies, in one breath, called Granny Moreland, making Madam Moreland beam with joy.
The old lady watched the Golden Maybach disappear into the glaring sunshine, sighed, and then smiled contentedly.
Back in the living room, seeing several gift boxes placed under the partition wall, the old lady smiled even more happily, "I think Max is a thoughtful child."
The importance of gift-giving lies not in the gift itself, but in the attitude expressed through the gift.
Gift-giving doesn't necessarily show sincerity, but at the very least, being courteous indicates thoughtfulness. If one can't even manage the courtesy, then it's certainly not valued enough.
Mia Moreland stood dazed where she had previously talked with Max, her expression vacant.
