From the sofa, Adkins put down the newspaper in his hand and stood up as he glanced at his brothers and sister.

"Let's cut the cake. I have something else to do later," he said.

“Adkins, you are always so busy!" Erma complained, holding his arm

She felt that among her five brothers, the eldest was always the busiest one.

Stroking her hair, Adkins asked her affectionately, "Do you think everyone can work by fits and starts Like you?"

His sister was just Like his mother. A naughty soul whose passion for anything didn't Last very long.

In response to his question, Erma stuck out her tongue awkwardly at him and said, “It's not every day that we get to have Damian at home, and now you snitch me like this. Do you want him to scold me or something?"

Hearing her words, Damian chuckled and pinched the tip of her nose.

"You Little fool."

As they began to move towards the dining room, Angelina Lifted the hem of her dress and caught up with Damian.

“So, how many days will you be staying this time?" she asked.

Damian slowed down so she could keep up with him and said, “About a week. How are you doing in your studies?"

Angelina nodded and obediently reported, "Not bad, thanks to Boswell.

He often tutors me."

An odd emotion briefly flashed through Damian's eyes long before she could point out what it was.

"Great but it was gone

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Boswell looked back at the two and commented, “Angelina has always wanted to learn to play the piano. If you're at home, you could teach her yourself. In fact, I think you should stay in Alorith for good instead of going back abroad."

“It doesn't matter, Boswell. Damian is probably busy. I can learn from the piano teacher," Angelina said hurriedly. She didn't want to cause

Damian any trouble.

Damian smiled but didn't say anything.

Angelina's birthday was a happy one. Except for Carlos and Debbie who were on a trip, the whole family gathered at the villa to celebrate with her.

During the meal, Angelina received gifts from everyone.

But only when she got back to her room, she started opening them. The first one she picked was the pink handbag Damian had given to her.

In the beautifully packaged gift box, there was a lovely glass piano model with keys crafted in black and white crystals. Although the style was gorgeous, it wasn't over the top.