Chapter 533:

Pattie sent a text, teasing, “So I’m your best friend, but I don’t even get a birthday dinner? You ignored my call! You owe me, and you know I won’t forgive you that easily!”

Maia answered, “I’m with my family today, but I promise, tomorrow I’ll take you out for a real feast.”

When Maia mentioned family, she was really talking about Ethan and Kathie.

Elvira chimed in, “Happy birthday, Maia! Your present is on the way, so keep an eye out for it!”

A few others dropped simple notes. “Happy birthday, boss!”

Scrolling through the flood of messages, Maia paused for a second.

Amid all the cheerful wishes, Chris’ message caught her eye because it was different. “I finished the dinner you made. Are you coming home tonight?”

She stared at the message, not sure how to react.

her birthday, but by now, it was nearly impossible to miss. Still, she hoped — just a little

she got was a casual

many people celebrating, Chris’ silence made her happiness feel smaller. Maybe she should stop

Maia set her phone

guests were already snapping selfies

Let me show you how gorgeous

wishes on the internet, but my dad and I are actually here with Maia,

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the comment sections, the numbers kept climbing as people

caught on to what was happening. Eager to make the most of it, they barely managed to hide their enthusiasm. For them, this was an unbeatable publicity moment. They quickly contacted their families, urging them to get on Twitter and post birthday

sudden wave of attention was perfect for promoting their businesses and flagship products. Passing up a

sense of it all. Maia had just spent four years behind bars. How had she become the star of the evening right after her release? The whole thing

pinched his arm. Suddenly, a heavy feeling of regret settled

shadowed corner of the courtyard, away from the glittering crowd,

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