Shen Wan whispered in her ear, "Happy birthday, sweetheart."
"I wish you peace, happiness, and good health, year after year."
"Little Pear Blossom! Happy birthday!" Xie Tingsi stood behind them, his eyes full of laughter.
Xie Zhiyu said, "Happy birthday, Suìsuì."
Xie Liuzheng said, "Happy birthday, Princess Suìsuì. Become a queen."
Surrounded by family and love, Little Pear Blossom smiled until her eyes curved. Tears shimmered in them.
"Thank you."
Little Pear Blossom could hardly describe how she felt. Wrapped in so much love, even the air tasted sweet. She felt like a little bee dipped in honey, blissfully happy.
Just watching them made Ruan Mian envious.
She had no loving family, only harsh demands and an absurd family background.
Su Yan wasn't envious. She had parents and a younger brother who loved her, and she was genuinely happy for her friend.
"Happy birthday, Suìsuì!" Zhu Zhitao added her wishes to the chorus.
"Thank you, Taotao. Thank you, everyone."
Little Pear Blossom's birthday celebration was grand.
She received more love and good wishes than she could count, along with very tangible gifts.
Xie Chengyue was his usual self. Shares in Xie Corporation, houses, cars, and other assets were transferred into Little Pear Blossom's name. Every gift had real monetary value.
Xie Liuzheng gave her a complete set of ruby jewelry called "Queen's Crown."
Xie Zhiyu's gift was jewelry too: a pear tree carved from white jade, lifelike and exquisite. On its base, he had personally engraved a blessing: "Peace for Suìsuì."
The gift was precious, both for its value and the thought behind it.
Xie Tingsi had never forgotten his promise. He gave her two sports cars, one a flashy red and the other a discreet, luxurious black. She was covered for any occasion.
Shen Wan gave her a