"So far..." Alice continued. "Even though he often frustrates me, I personally will keep trying to learn and fulfill my duties and responsibilities as a wife to the best of my ability. If Mr. Ashton acts arbitrarily and unpleasantly, let that be between him and God."

Tina was touched by Alice's wise response. For her, it was no wonder her employer had chosen Alice as his wife.

"Oh, by the way, Ms. Alice," Tina suddenly said. The housemaid seemed to remember something. "I almost forgot. Did you know that today is Mr. Ashton’s birthday?"

"Birthday?"

Tina nodded.

"Yes, it's his birthday today. Maybe you’d like to give him a gift...