Chapter 883

James, who had no significance in the family, asked disdainfully, "What is it?" "It'll help you to avoid getting beaten up too much," Hazel explained. James was at a loss for words. Grace laughed out loud and pulled out the present she brought. "Your aunt's gift will fix the superficial aspect of the problem. Mine will solve the heart of the issue." James asked, "What gift have you prepared for me?" "It's a martial arts manual, Codex of the Hidden Arts." James felt speechless yet again. Oliver raised his hand and covered his grin. James got up and walked away from his seat. Then, he pointed at it and said, "Alright. Who wants to be the birthday boy? I'm more than willing to offer up my seat." Another round of laughter erupted around the dining table. Peter's eyes were brimming with love as he looked at his grandson. "Take your seat, James." Shawn also handed James the gift he had prepared—a luxury pen. "I hope you will make great strides in your studies and achieve great thi