Three Years Later, He Came Back Begging novel Chapter 408

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Her birthday was a profoundly quiet affair, shared exclusively between the two of them.

There was no cake, no extravagant grand gestures, no dazzling bouquets or flashy presents.

Just a simple bowl of Birthday Pasta he had personally cooked in the cafeteria.

And yet, she couldn't have been more content. Spending the past few months in Highvale had put a lot of things into perspective.

The truth was, she was luckier than most.

Everyone faced hardships in this world, but those who could claw their way out, find their footing, and genuinely grow from the experience were exceptionally rare.

She never had to worry about a roof over her head or her next meal. She was healthy. She had parents who, despite their strictness, loved her fiercely. She had a close circle of loyal friends, a solid academic foundation, a career she was passionate about, and now—a partner she wanted to spend the rest of her life with.

Even though she and her lover had lost nearly a decade to misunderstandings and distance, time was a beautiful circle. They hadn't tried to forcefully resurrect their past romance; instead, they had grabbed a new map, navigated the terrain, and found their way back into each other's hearts.

And looking ahead, they had ten, twenty, perhaps fifty more years together. That was more than enough.

So she felt overwhelmingly happy. In an environment like this, a bowl of Birthday Pasta was a feast.

Clasping her hands together in a symbolic gesture, she silently made her wish.

May she and all the people she loved live a lifetime of peace and safety.

Opening her eyes, she found his intense, unwavering gaze locked onto her. Leaning into his warmth, he tilted his head to press a soft kiss against her lips.

He didn't ask what she had wished for. Instead, he asked what she wanted for her present.

Her eyes darted playfully. There was no way he hadn't prepared something. Scrambling onto her knees on the folding cot, she shamelessly started patting down his jacket.