Chapter 222

When Martha learned Nicholas had arrived, she came out personally to greet him. "Mrs. Howard, wishing you boundless happiness and a long, healthy life. Here's a little something I brought for your birthday. I hope it's to your liking!" Nicholas said politely as someone brought over the gifts. The moment Martha saw them, she got all emotional. "Mr. Evans, thank you for coming all this way. Come in, please!" Nicholas scanned the crowd and finally spotted Clara. Just as he was about to head over, Serena Parker trailed behind. "Why are you following me?" Nicholas asked, clearly annoyed. "Nicholas, I don't know anyone here... I just want to stick with you," Serena said softly. "Don't. Clara will get the wrong idea." Serena's eyes immediately filled with tears. "You... You care about her that much? Don't I mean anything to you anymore? You weren't like this before..." "Come on, today's Mrs. Howard's 80th birthday. No tears, it's bad luck. Not the right time or place." With that, Nicholas lef