"Is that so?" Jackson smiled gently, picking up Serenity to put her on his lap.

Serenity gasped, hugging his neck to steady herself.

"And how much do you care about me?" Jackson held her close, staring at her with beautiful eyes that brimmed with gentle affection and love.

Serenity could not resist drowning in his mesmerizing gaze. "Your birthday is coming. I... Uh, I'll prepare something," she revealed, a faint blush coloring her cheeks.

"Also, I've thought of a birthday gift. I hope you'l