Calvin couldn''t help but be taken in by her act. Resigned, he gave her a pat on her head


    "I''m expecting to see more flowers in the yard. If you and Hogh try to trick me together, let''s see how I''ll deal with you ten''


    "Whatever you say."


    Serena didn''t get upset. Instead, she smiled and leaned in to charm him.


    In no time, she had Calvin Laughing nonstop.


    Chander watched in stunned silence.


    Cabin was known for being sharp and not easily fooled. Yet, Serena had effortlessly won him over with nothing more than a sweet tongue and a bit of repentish charm! "So, this is Mrs. Larson''s true sill, huh?" Chandler asked.


    "order the bouquets," Hugh''s lips were curved slightly into a smile as he gave the order to Chandler without even looking at him.


    Chandler''s lips twitched, but he quickly went to take care of it


    Laughter filled the living room.


    After a while, Serena checked the time. Worried that Calvin might get hungry, she was about to head to the kitchen when he caught her by the wrist. "Come here," he said.


    "I just need to check on the dtchen first. You''ve only just recovered, so you shouldn''t go hungry," she insisted.


    She might be able to sweet-talk him into a good mood, but when it came to actual care, she wouldn''t be careles


    Calvin''s eyes lit up as he pulled her to sit down beside him. Then, he took out a velvet jewelry box and handed it to her.


    "This belonged to Hugh''s grandmother, Cynthia Lewis. It''s been passed down through the family


    Secena opened the box


    The jewelry set inside dearly had some age to it, but gold and emerald never lost their luster, and fine craftsmanship never diminished in value. The pieces were heavy and exquisitely made, and they were obviously worth a fortune.


    More than that, they carried the weight of heritage as they were a treasured heirloom from Cynthia


    "it''s a pity she never got to see Hugh marry. She passed away too soon. This jewelry should have been given to you long ago, but I kept it a little longer because I wanted to see more of you. Now, it''s time to hand it over to you."


    As he spoke, Cahringently pushed the box into Serena''s hands


    Serena shook her head repeatedly as she declined, "I can''t. This is too valuable."


    Not to mention, her marriage to Hugh was nothing more than a business arrangement. There was no love between them


    How could she possibly ept something given with such genuine sincerity?:


    Just as she was about to refuse again, Hugh held her hands to stop her. "Take it. This is from my grandparents."


    "You deserve it. Put it on, and show it to Grandpa."


    One hand was worn with deep wrindes, and the other was strong and steady. Together, Calvin and Hugh ced the heavy jewelry box in her arms.


    It felt as if, across time, they were entrusting her with their memories and hopes


    Serena''s eyes cuddenly burned with emotion. She said nothing more, carefully taking out one of the emerald bracelets and slipping it ontobet wrist.


    Carin''s eyes reddened for a moment. Then, he quickly turned his head away.


    Just as Serena was about to thank him, a woman''s voice rang out from behind them.


    IT- This was Grandma''s gift to Mem, and now you''re just handing it over to her?"


    Secured around and immediately spotted a woman dressed in elegant luxury clothes


    It was obvious that this was Melissa Saint, Cole''s mother and Eric''s wife,


    Standing behind her was Cole


    A flicker of jealousy shed across Melissa''s eyes. However, she remained respectful, engaging in polite conversation with Cabin while exchanging pleasantales with Cole When it was time for dener, she warmly took Serena''s arm and led her toward the dining room.


    As they passed a row of cabs, Mellisa noticed how close the emerald bracelet was to the edge. Suddenly, she slipped


    "Oh no


    In that instant, Serena''s wrist jerked, and the emerald bracelet hurtled toward the cab with force