The Day I Kissed An Older Man

Stella felt embarrassed when Lucas pulled his arm away from her. However, she hid it away with a smile and said, "Oh, my bad. What was I thinking? Sorry, Lucas. I'll make sure to come up with a better plan for your next birthday."

She held his arm again. "Don't be angry with me, please? It's your birthday today, so you should be happy!"

"I'm not angry." Lucas sighed. He could not be mad at a face like that.

"Thank you." Stella smiled cheerfully. "I've booked a room at the club next door. Let's go there for a drink and celebrate your birthday with everyone! I know you're not a fan of sweets, but you must take a bite o this cake. After all, I went to a lot of trouble to get this cake!"

Stella did not seem to be taking no for an answer, so Lucas glanced at Melody who was standing next to him. He contemplated for a moment before nodding.

"I knew you'd agree." Stella stood at his side with a big smile. She was relieved that he did not turn her down.

"Let's go, everyone! It's party time!" said Stella to the crowd.

gathered around Lucas and Stella as they moved to the club. Melody was being pushed away from Lucas. She stood still and watched Lucas leave the room with the crowd. Melody was not interested in partying with a group of strangers, especially when Stella was around. After hesitating for

thrown a party for him. That explained why Beatrice bought the movie tickets so randomly and

not a responsible husband, but apparently, neither was she as a wife. Even though they were married by contract, she should at least know her husband's birthday,

to look at her. Melody forced a reassuring smile when

they arrived at the club, all eyes were on Lucas since he was

took us quite a while to choose. Hope you'll like it!"

thanked

to avoid unnecessary attention. She did not know it was Lucas' birthday, so of course she had not prepared any gifts for him. It would