Chapter 284

Suzanne couldn't help but glance at Austin, only to find his gaze warm as a gentle smile rested on his lips. The soft, childlike melody of a song lingered in the air.

As the song came to an end, Emma toddled over on her tiny legs, her rosy cheeks glowing with delight.

"Aunt Suzanne, happy birthday!" she chirped.

Her sweet, airy voice rang out again. "Close your eyes and make a wish before blowing out the candles!"

Her eyes locked on Suzanne's, brimming with anticipation.

Suzanne snapped back to the moment, her heart melting at the sight. Crouching down to meet Emma at eye level, she smiled softly. "Alright."

How could she possibly deny Emma's wish?

Just as she pressed her palms together, ready to make a wish, she heard Emma's hushed voice whisper, "Aunt Suzanne, can you wish for a little baby for me to play with?"

A brief silence followed before chuckles rippled behind them. They were amused by Emma's unexpected request.

Instinctively, Suzanne glanced toward Austin. He was watching her with a flicker of amusement in his eyes.

Something unfamiliar stirred in her chest.

Quick to avert her eyes, Suzanne turned and smiled at Emma, playfully pinching her tiny nose. "It's a secret."

face and

and took the cake from Emma's hands, sparing her the effort of holding

Suzanne, happy birthday. I hope you get prettier

stop the smile that tugged at her lips. She reached out and gently ruffled

from

he whispered, "Happy

His gaze never wavered.

looked up at him, her smile

business trip, he had returned just for this. The realization left her at a loss for words, emotions

any particularly special way before. Marsha would

the occasion. If

did, it was rare.

Austin booked this restaurant in advance just

they all

at the table

her throat. She had

planned all of this.

about her this much, Suzanne felt warmth spread

glued to the Barbie dolls beside Austin. She scooted closer,

dolls for me?" she inquired, her voice

aside, Suzanne finally remembered. Bending down to pick up

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