Chapter 117
"Wow, I knew you were smart..." Carly said, still blinking in disbelief. "But seriously—wow."
Judith clapped her hands with a gentle smile. "I think it's time we sing happy birthday."
Everyone gathered closer, forming a loose circle around the small cake as Judith carefully lit the candles. Cher and Regina stood on either side of me, still mock-glaring, while Laura held onto my arm with a soft smile.
The group began singing "Happy Birthday," slightly off-key but full of warmness.
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After the singing and breakfast, Cher and Regina exchanged a look.
Regina was the first to speak. "We've already set up thirty-five portable toilets. Even though the venue has spacious bathrooms, we thought it'd be better to add more."
She glanced at Cher, who nodded in agreement.
"Twenty security guards were also hired," Regina continued, "and they'll be positioned throughout the house, especially in the party hall."
She went on, "There will be four people, in addition to your maids, making sure everything stays clean, thirty-five waiters, and one DJ for the entire party."
Cher continued, "We also set up food carts, a mocktail island with alcohol-free drinks made with fruits and decorations, a game area with an air hockey table, foosball, and arcade machines."
And both of them said together, "And many Photos Booths!"
I smiled and said, "I love you, my little bees."
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By 2 p.m., everything was ready and set up to welcome the guests. I looked around at everything with a smile on my face.
I spotted Sam already at the cotton candy station, grabbing a big one for herself. I turned to Carly and asked, "How can she eat so much? And where does all that food even go?"
"I don't know either," Carly said, amused.
Even though the party was supposed to start at 3 p.m., some guests had already begun to arrive.
Terrance, Parker, and the rest of the football team showed up early and came over to congratulate me with wide smiles and loud cheers.
By the time it was close to 3 p.m., there were already over a hundred guests. Music was playing loudly, and at that moment, Destiny's Child was blasting through the speakers. I greeted people at first, but quickly slipped away—otherwise, I'd be stuck there all afternoon. I left the job of welcoming guests to a few waiters and security staff.
I was sitting in what Cher proudly called the 'VIP area.' With me were Laura by my side, Carly, Freddie, Terrance, and Regina. Cher and Sam were off somewhere else.
Regina leaned in and whispered in my ear while Destiny's Child played, "You could get a song with Beyoncé."
I laughed and shook my head.
Still, I couldn't help but think, I could get Beyoncé after she left Destiny's Child.
After a few more minutes, more and more people arrived. I took a quick walk around, greeting a few guests and receiving their birthday wishes before heading back to the table.
"Yeah, there are some I never saw before. And a few don't even know it's my birthday," I said, looking around.
"I told you to put a giant photo of yourself at the entrance," Cher chimed in, earning laughter from everyone at the table.
"So what are we gonna do now?" asked Laura.
"There's going to be a Dance Dance Revolution competition soon," Carly replied.
"Let's go," I told, already getting up.
But just before we could head out, two familiar faces appeared.
"Hey Missy! Sheldon! Nice you came," I said, looking at the two of them.
Missy gave me a warm hug. "Happy birthday!" she said with a smile. Then she looked around, visibly surprised by the size and vibe of the party. "What is all this?" she asked
"Cool, right?"
"Totally!" Missy replied with a wide smile.
"Congratulations," said Sheldon, visibly uncomfortable with the setting.
"Thank you, Sheldon," I muttered under my breath.
How come Sheldon wears adult clothes when he's thirteen, and ends up dressing like a child when he's an adult?
"Oh, right. Here, C-3PO," I added, handing him a key.
"What is this?" said Sheldon.
"It's a key. It opens doors," I said, pretending to teach him.
"I know what a key is," he replied, outraged. "Why are you giving me a key?"
"You can enter the house and show it to one of the security guards. He'll take you to the room that key opens. I know you don't like crowded places, so you can stay there. There are video games, books, and more. Though… I might send one or two people your way eventually."
Missy jabbed Sheldon lightly with her elbow.
"I appreciate your consideration," he replied with his usual formality.
"So?" asked Sam, appearing beside us and curious about who they were.
"Missy, these are my friends—Carly, Sam, Freddie, Regina, Cher, and Laura," I said, introducing them.
Then I added, "I met them at a genius meeting. I skipped two grades, but they went straight to college."
Missy jumped in, "He's talking about my twin brother, Sheldon. He's at Caltech. I'm normal."
She then asked, "And what about Paige?"
"I invited her," I replied. "Even told her I'd cover her flight again, but she never gave me a clear answer."
"You have a nerdy, goody two-shoes twin?" said Sam with a smile. "I think we're gonna get along just fine."
She walked off with Missy.
"Yours is a prodigy, mine are identical twins—wonder which is worse?" Sam added as they walked together.
"She has a massive crush on you," Laura said playfully, looking to Missy
"Who doesn't?" I replied with a grin.
Laura kicked me lightly and stuck out her tongue. "Too bad, you're mine today."
I laughed and turned to everyone. "Alright, let's head to the dance competition!"
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