Chapter 929
Soon, it was the Atherton family’s close relatives' turn to present their gifts.
There were all kinds of gifts, all of which were exquisite, overwhelming, and invaluable, including antique vases, porcelain, expensive jewelry, some high-end health supplements, and more.
When it was Edwin's and Joanne's turn, Edwin gave Sylvie a lovely red coral tree, which was listed as one of the seven treasures, representing wealth and auspiciousness, and is priced by the gram in the market.
It was undoubtedly the most astonishing gift throughout the banquet. Everyone could not help but praise Master Edwin for his generosity.
Yet Joanne curled her lips. Her hand-woven plush scarf was in her purse. She really wanted to give it to Sylvie, so she could keep herself warm with it in winter, but Edwin disliked her shabby gift.
However, little did she know Edwin's intention was to prevent her from being ridiculed. She would only be looked down upon by guests if she was given something cheap.
After Edwin, everyone's eyes fell on Catelyn, wondering what she would give.
Under the curious stares of the guests, Catelyn exchanged glances with Kelly, and in the next second, the lights in the hall suddenly went out.
At the moment of the power outage, a few timid female guests screamed subconsciously.
"Everyone, don't panic. This is part of the gift that I prepared for my grandma. It's not a power outage, and there's no need to panic..." Catelyn explained to everyone calmly with the microphone in her hand.
Immediately afterward, a spotlight in the hall shone straight onto a passage connecting the hall to the kitchen.
Under the spotlight, two small figures appeared in the blink of an eye. They were Miles and Ollie.
They both held a large metal tray in their hands, and a giant cake was placed on the tray. There were seven large candles and seven small candles on the cake, lit. Together, they represented Sylvie's age.
With cheerful or restrained smiles on their faces, the two little guys passed through the crowd and walked over to Sylvie.
Miles raised his chin and said, "Great-grandma, this is the birthday cake we made with Mommy and Daddy. We wish you good health..."
Ollie smiled and continued,"... and happiness forever."
"Life has been wonderfully kind to you..."
"... and we wish you all the good fortune in the world as you deserve."
Miles and Ollie then said together, "Through laughter or tears. Your loved ones will always be by your side! Happy birthday, Great-grandma!"
The children's voice was lovely, like a land of flowers quietly creeping into Sylvie's heart. When they were done, Sylvie felt a surge of blood in her heart as she was moved. Choked, she said, "Oh boys... my dearest great- grandsons..."
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