Chapter 79
Half an hour later, they arrived at the hotel. Rebecca got out of the car and looked at the hotel, hesitant for a few seconds before stepping inside. She located Room 606 on the sixth floor, the private room number Cynthia had texted. The room door was open, revealing a beautifully decorated interior with red and pink balloons and other birthday ornaments. Cynthia stood at the door.
When Cynthia saw Rebecca, her eyes lit up, and she immediately walked over to greet her. "Rebecca!" Cynthia exclaimed, happily grabbing Rebecca's hand. Rebecca looked at the elegantly dressed and radiant Cynthia in shock. She couldn't help but think, 'Cynthia is so beautiful now.' More importantly, Cynthia's presence was much brighter than before, when she was always sullen, creating a gloomy and oppressive atmosphere.
Pulled by Cynthia, Rebecca entered the private room. She finally reacted, handing Cynthia her birthday gift and saying with a smile, "Cynthia, happy birthday." Cynthia looked at the present, accepted it with a smile, and nodded. "Thank you, Rebecca."
"I split my birthday party into two parts," Cynthia explained. "This morning, I invited all my friends. You're different from the Mitchells, so I invited you to join the morning event. I hope you don't mind."
Rebecca was stunned. Cynthia sighed softly, gently embraced Rebecca, and whispered, "Rebecca, I'm sorry. I only recently learned how much you've suffered." Rebecca's eyes started to water, and she hugged Cynthia gently, shaking her head. "It's okay. I'm fine." Although Theodore and the Mitchell family were no longer part of her life, she was now living a better life, reunited with her biological parents, and the future looked even brighter. After a while, they released their hug.
Cynthia took out a tissue and carefully wiped away the tear streaks from Rebecca's eyes. "Silly girl, why didn't you tell me about such a big thing?" Cynthia murmured softly. Rebecca slightly shook her head. "Cynthia, you just need to live your own life well; don't worry about me." She didn't want Cynthia caught between her and the Mitchell family.
"You're silly," Cynthia said compassionately, combing back Rebecca's messy hair. "Okay, Cynthia, today is your birthday. Let's not talk about those things. I'm supposed to make you happy," Rebecca smiled, changing the subject.
Cynthia pressed on. "So, those adorable little babies? Didn't you bring them to see me?" Rebecca replied helplessly, "They're still little, and it's a bit troublesome to bring them. I'll take them out to meet you another time when I'm free." "Okay," Cynthia agreed with a smile.
"Then can you show me photos of the babies? I haven't even given them gifts yet. I can make clothes for them." Cynthia smiled and explained, "Now I can make my own clothes, and I plan to design a few outfits for them myself. I hope those two little ones will like them." "Okay," Rebecca smiled and agreed.
Rebecca took out her cell phone, found pictures of the babies, and showed them to Cynthia. Cynthia looked at the photos and was very pleased, exclaiming, "They really are two adorable babies!"
"Cynthia!" A voice called from the door. A person Cynthia's age happily called out to her. Cynthia put down her phone, looked at the person, and immediately smiled. "Long time no see."
"Long time no see, Cynthia. Happy birthday, and I wish you more and more success in the future," the person said, smiling and offering a gift. "Thank you, please take a seat," Cynthia smiled, inviting her friend in and accepting the gift.
Gradually, more and more people arrived, all friends of Cynthia. Rebecca didn't feel uncomfortable at all. On the contrary, when Cynthia introduced Rebecca to her friends, Rebecca felt quite pleased. A birthday party among friends was much more relaxed than one among family members. Everyone chatted, joked around, sang the birthday song, ate cake, and had a great time. When the party ended, Rebecca left with a smile.
Worried that Rebecca might be bullied at the Mitchell family's party, Debra and Patrick had discreetly followed her, waiting downstairs. Ever since Rebecca went upstairs, they had been tense and worried about her. Hours later, seeing Rebecca come out smiling, they were surprised. 'Looks like she had a pretty good time?' they thought.
When they saw Rebecca coming down, Debra quickly opened the car door and beckoned her over. Rebecca was surprised for a moment but hurried over. Debra quickly pulled Rebecca into the car. Patrick also got in.
"Mom, Dad, why are you here?" Rebecca asked curiously. Looking at Rebecca's happy face, Debra asked, "Did anyone from the Mitchell family bully you?" Rebecca suddenly realized Debra and Patrick were worried she would encounter people from the Mitchell family and be bullied.
"Mom, Dad, I'm fine. Cynthia divided her birthday party into two parts. The morning event only invited her friends. The afternoon was for the family. Cynthia specifically arranged for me to celebrate with her friends," Rebecca explained. Debra and Patrick were stunned, then sighed with relief.
After a moment, Debra sincerely commented, "Cynthia has been really nice to you." Patrick smiled. "Shall we give her a gift to thank her for taking care of our Becky before?"
"Definitely!" Debra immediately said. After a second, she added, "Wait until Becky gets divorced. We should prepare the gift first, but we can't reveal Becky's relationship with us because of this matter."
Patrick agreed, "Yes, you're right." Watching Debra and Patrick casually discuss giving a gift to thank Cynthia, Rebecca also felt happy.
When they got home, they all played with the twins. The three-month-old babies could already roll over. Lily was more active than Kevin and kept flipping over. Once successful, she would laugh heartily, looking very happy. Her playful demeanor made everyone laugh along with her. Debra held the camera, recording the children's adorable expressions in video mode, saving them for the twins to watch when they grew up.