[Chelsea, I've snagged us a reservation at the top-floor restaurant at Falconridge Tower. Let's celebrate tonight, just the two of us,] Eliza said with a soft smile. Chelsea remembered it was Eliza's birthday. [It's your birthday today. We definitely need to celebrate.]

[Then... see you tonight.]

[Alright, see you tonight.]

Chelsea had gone out of her way to order Eliza's favorite Barbie-themed birthday cake. The doll looked stunning in a sparkling white dress with a tiny tiara, surrounded by colorful rainbow candies. The top-floor restaurant at Falconridge Tower was a spot reserved for the elite. When Eliza was younger, she used to come here often. But after returning to the Pinotti family, she hadn't been back. Chelsea placed a crown-shaped birthday hat on Eliza's head and lit the candles. "Come on, make a wish!"

Eliza clasped her hands together and closed her eyes. After making her wish, Eliza blew out the candles and noticed a man not far away.

Aaron was equally surprised and walked over. "What a coincidence. It's your birthday today?"

Aaron's sudden appearance took both Eliza and Chelsea by surprise.

"Are you here for dinner?" Chelsea stood up, her face adorned with a soft smile. "Today is Elle's birthday. We're celebrating."

Aaron's gaze lingered on Eliza for a moment. "I... I'll step out for a bit."

turned and walked

and looked at Eliza. "Why did

something urgent,"

Chelsea had bought. Her eyes sparkled

much for me," Eliza said gratefully, holding

She teased, "You better not have wished for something crazy. If it

not! I wished

you," Eliza said, knowing she might never find happiness herself. "I hoped you would find someone who loved you deeply,

life. And maybe have a few kids that I could

a chance Nf you want kids, have your own," Chelsea replied, holding Eliza's slightly cold hand. "Elle, there's still a chance for your health to

already lost trust in men. After the divorce, she probably wouldn't

not dwell on this," she said, cutting a piece of cake and handing it to Chelsea. "Come

"Alright."

a bite of the cake, her phone rang. She glanced at it, her pupils dilating slightly, then quickly turned it off and stuffed it into her pocket. "Elle, I need to use the restroom and will check on our food

"Okay."

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