Chapter 16 Birthday Gift Elaine smiled gently and called out , " Domingo . " She gave the driver the address for the magazine office . Although the magazine office wasn't on the way to Marcelo's destination , Marcelo still drove her there , which made her feel both flattered and surprised . Peggy personally introduced her to her new colleagues . Since everyone knew she was under Peggy's guidance , they were all very considerate and friendly toward her . With no prior experience , her first day was filled with small tasks like photocopying and running errands . By the time work ended , she realized she hadn't really accomplished much . ***** On the day of Abraham's 80th birthday , the servants delivered her gown to Elaine's room early in the morning , along with a set of exquisite , custom - made jewelry . Although the party would be in the evening , Elaine had taken the day off . After lunch , Marcelo and Constance left for the restaurant . 100 % 10 11.04 IGIN Chapter 16 Rathoday Gift 1288 chouchers In the evening , Stacy and Cordell came to the Valentine family to pick up Abraham and take him to the party . Hearing footsteps coming from the staircase , Cordell turned his gaze toward them , his eyes dark and sharp . Elaine descended the stairs in her gown . She wore a one - shoulder dress with lace trimming at the hem . The uneven skirt fluttered as she moved , flowing gracefully like smoke , adding to her ethereal elegance . As she reached the bottom of the stairs , Stacy smiled and approached her . " Elaine , you look absolutely stunning tonight . " Elaine was naturally slim , with a slender waist and fair skin , so she looked beautiful in whatever she wore . In this high - end gown , her elegance was immediately evident , exuding the poise and charm of a young lady from a well - established family . She held a square gift box in her hands , a birthday gift for Abraham . She walked up to him and handed him the gift . " Happy birthday , Grandpa . " Abraham grunted in response but didn't extend his hand to take the gift . She awkwardly held it in both hands , unsure of what to do next . Seeing this , Stacy smiled brightly and stepped forward . " Grandpa , let 24.60 % 0 10 0 G 1104 Chapter 11⁄2 Bithday Gift me help you open it . " 1 288 ( Vouchers Before Abraham could say anything , Stacy took the box from Elaine and placed it on the coffee table , already unwrapping it . Inside was a beautifully crafted coffee cup , with delicate blue floral patterns , clearly made with the finest craftsmanship . Abraham , a coffee enthusiast , would surely appreciate such a thoughtful gift . His expression softened , and a faint smile appeared on his face , showing that he liked the gift . Stacy beamed and said , " Grandpa , look at how thoughtful Elaine is . Your old coffee cup was getting worn out ; it was definitely time for a new one . " Abraham made a noncommittal sound and told the servant to place the new coffee cup in the coffee room . With the help of his cane , he slowly stood up . " Let's go now . " Stacy walked over and helped him , and they all left the living room . Cordell's car was waiting outside . Stacy opened the car door and helped Abraham inside , then sat beside him in the back seat . 54.71 % 110 11.04 G Chapter 16 Birthday Gift 288 ivbuchers Elaine glanced at Cordell , who was behind the wheel . After a brief pause , she opened the front passenger door and got in . Throughout the ride , she kept her gaze fixed on the window , deliberately avoiding looking at the man beside her , trying not to let him affect her . When they arrived at the restaurant , it was still early , and only a few guests had arrived . Cordell accompanied Abraham to greet the guests , while Elaine and Stacy went upstairs to freshen up . Elaine's hair had been loosely pinned up with a few hairpins , and there was no real style to it . Stacy gently guided her to a chair and began redoing her hair . She added a sparkling rhinestone hairpin , and soft waves of hair framed her face , giving her a more delicate and graceful appearance .