Chapter 1488


    "Happy birthday," Martin said with a smile that carried the humility and politeness of a younger


    generation. As he finished speaking, he turned his gaze affectionately toward the girl beside him and


    introduced her with ease, "This is my girlfriend, Serena."


    "You have a girlfriend?" Eugene''s eyes shifted to Serena. The name seemed oddly familiar. Where had


    he heard it before?


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    "Mr. Albright, today marks another milestone in your life - an asion that shines as brightly as the sun


    and the moon. I wish you happiness in all things. Here''s a little something for you. It''s not much, but I


    hope you''ll ept it with my best wishes," Serena said, her smile radiant as she presented a gift box.


    "You''re too kind. Your presence is gift enough; you shouldn''t have gone to the trouble of bringing


    anything."


    Previously, Eugene had taken a spill while out for his morning jog. It was Martin who happened to see


    and took him to the hospital.


    At the time, Eugene didn''t know who the kind young man was, only that he was someone who did good


    deeds without expecting recognition. Later, when Eugene saw him on the news, he learned that Martin


    was a child of the well-respected Cooper family.


    Afterwards, Eugene made a point of thanking Martin in person. They had stayed in contact since then.


    Eugene found Martin to be genuine and kind-hearted - not like some rich kids who unted their wealth


    and squandered money carelessly.


    For his birthday celebration, Eugene felt it was important to invite Martin. After all, who knew when the


    next birthday party would be, especially if it weren''t for Martin''s timely assistance back then, who knew


    what lingering issues Eugene might have had.


    "I can''t ept this gift," Eugene demurred, considering that he still owed Martin a favor, how could he


    ept a gift?


    But Martin insisted gently, "Mr. Albright, Serena has always admired you. This gift is a token of her


    respect. Please ept it."


    "It''s from both of us. You''re one of the people we admire most," Serena added gracefully.


    "Well, if you insist, I''d be remiss to refuse such generous intentions. You both are thoughtful. Please, go


    inside and rx for a bit. Once everyone''s here, I''ll invite you to join in blowing out the candles and


    having some cake."


    "Thank you, Mr. Albright," Serena replied instantly, her smile sweetening.


    Eugene simply nodded, "I have some things to tend to. Please excuse me for a moment."


    "You go ahead. Martin and I will take a stroll around," Serena said, her smile unwavering as she linked


    arms with Martin.


    Eugene had only walked a few steps away when it suddenly hit him - Serena Collins!!


    Could it be Keh and Louisa''s daughter without blood tie, the nominal sister Be had -


    Serena?!


    Ever since the family reunion, everyone she had mentioned except Serena.


    He''d heard from Beck that this Serena was trouble. Could this girl be her?


    If so, what a shame it would be for Martin, such a good kid!


    Serena, still arm in arm with Martin, had just reached the garden when someone called out to her.


    "Serena!!"


    Turning around, Serena saw Lindsay looking at her with surprise and joy, eximing, "Is it really you?"


    "Lindsay? Is that you?? When did you get back? Why didn''t youe to see me!" Serena eximed,


    hugging her friend tightly.


    After embracing for a long moment, Lindsay said, "I''ve been back sincest month. My parents decided


    to bring their business back home."


    Her words trailed off as she looked at the young man behind Serena, asking with a hint of surprise,


    "Serena, who''s this?"


    "Martin," Serena introduced him confidently, "my boyfriend."