Chapter 998

“Sorry for imposing, Mr. Dowling.” After all, Mrs. Dowling did not send her an invitation. She came here because her aunt brought her. Mrs. Dowling smiled. “Nonsense, you’re not imposing. It’s our honor to have you here, Mrs. York.” Serenity was holding the birthday gift that Audrey had prepared for Maya. She handed the gift to Audrey, who took it and then passed it to Maya. She said with a smile, “Happy birthday, Ms. Dowling.” Mrs. Dowling quickly said, “Just call her Maya, Mrs. Stone. We’re very happy that you came to Maya’s birthday party. You didn’t have to get her a gift.” She gestured for her daughter to accept the present. The gift was a set of jewelry. Maya took the birthday present and thanked Audrey. Since Audrey only brought her daughter and niece and did not bring her husband, Mr. Dowling asked his wife to accompany them with her two daughters while he went to entertain the other guests. Mrs. Dowling warmly welcomed Audrey and the two cousins into the house. As the