Five Years of Marriage to Mr. Bradford (by Koi Fish) novel Chapter 659

Chapter 659

ince Irene had just been discharged and was resting at home, Jethro, the self–appointed lanner of the party, decided not to do anything noisy inside the house.

nstead, they set up a barbecue in the courtyard. The grill was ready, and the smell of burning harcoal filled the air.

efore grilling, Jethro suggested lighting the candles first.

the cake they had pooled money for was opened. It was a standard fruit cake from the bakery, eautifully decorated and delicious–looking.

fter they sang the birthday song, everyone urged Vance to make a wish. He involuntarily lanced at Rebecca, who stood between Jenny and Darren, smiling normally.

Make a wish,” Jenny urged him.

Okay.” Vance closed his eyes and crossed his fingers.

fter making his wish, he opened his eyes and blew out the candles.

mid the applause, Jethro asked, “What did you wish for?”

ance quietly cut the cake without answering.

Duh, obviously for his grandma to be healthy,” Jenny said. “And why are you even asking? on’t you know you’re not supposed to say your wish out loud?”

What?” Jethro’s eyes widened. “In that case, how can other people hear it and help make it ome true?”

veryone looked at him in confusion.

For example, if I wish for a new computer, how will my parents or grandparents know if I on’t say it out loud?” Jethro said seriously, only to receive a round of head smacks from the

roup.

The atmosphere in the room was lively and joyful. Only Rebecca and Vance smiled faintly at he chaos.

ebecca acted like that because she had been through so many ups and downs. Vance’s reason? nknown.

Alright, guys. Don’t disturb the old lady. Let’s go outside and grill meat!” Jethro rubbed his ead and dashed out, followed by the others.

le watched Jenny pull Rebecca outside, his eyes dimming at her empty hands.

They were all students. Pooling money for a cake or giving a nice notebook was a typical irthday gift. But for someone special, there would always be something different.

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Outside, there was a loud sizzle as Jethro placed the first batch of meat on the grill. The aroma instantly filled the air.

Standing across from Vance, Darren said, “Aren’t you going out?”

“I am.” Vance hid his disappointment. “I’ll cut the cake and bring it out. You go ahead and join them.”

Darren nodded. “Let me know if you need help.”

Vance looked at him, trying to say something, but held back in the end.

“No matter what, we’ll always be friends,” Darren said seriously. “Nothing can change that.”

Vance nodded. “Of course.”

Darren took a small gift box out of his bag and slid it across the table. “This is for you.”

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