The Princess and the Pauper (Arabella)

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 nseemed oddly familiar. Where had he heard it before?

"Mr. Albright, today marks another milestone in your life - an occasion that shines as brightly as the sun and the moon. | wish you

happiness in all things. Here's a little something for you. It's not much, but | hope you'll accept 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.

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Eugene found Martin to be genuine and kind-hearted - not like srich kids who flaunted 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 accept this gift," Eugene demurred, considering that he still owed Martin a favor, how could he accept a gift?

But Martin insisted gently, "Mr. Albright, Serena has always admired you. This gift is a token of her respect. Please accept 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 relax for a bit.

Once everyone's here, I'll invite you to join in blowing out the candles and having scake."

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

Eugene simply nodded, "I have sthings to tend to. Please excusefor a moment."

"You go ahead. Martin and | 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 Kenneth and Louisa's daughter without blood tie, the nominal sister Bella had -

Serena?!

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

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

If so, what a shit 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, exclaiming, "Is it really you?"

"Lindsay? Is that you?? When did you get back? Why didn't you cto see me!" Serena exclaimed, hugging her friend tightly.

After embracing for a long moment, Lindsay said, "I've been back since last 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."