Chapter 36: The Counterattack

Sharp and Nora were shocked to see Giles arriving. They stood up in surprise, not understanding why he had come. They had never interacted with him before, so could it be, as everyone speculated, that he was here to celebrate their birthdays? “Master Giles!” Sharp quickly forgot about reprimanding Elena and hurried forward to greet him. “Mr. Campbell, you're too kind,” Hope Giles responded with a smile. Sharp felt honored and overwhelmed by Giles' respectful demeanor. The other guests were equally envious. “Today is your and Mrs. Campbell’s birthday. I originally planned to personally deliver one of my paintings, but since your granddaughter, Master Campbell, has already gifted one, I’ve prepared a different present. I hope you won’t be disappointed.” The crowd’s expressions changed dramatically as they turned to look at Elena in disbelief. Sharp’s mind went blank with a resounding buzz. He stared in shock. “You... you’re saying that Master Campbell is?” Before Giles could resp