[Bonus chapter] An Unplanned Gathering

While Melody, Rebecca and Alex were having a great time talking, there was a knock on the door that caught them off guard. They looked at each other, their interest piqued by the interruption.

"Mel, did you invite someone else over?" Rebecca asked.

"Not that I'm aware of," Melody replied with a shrug of her shoulders.

"Alright, I'll go and see who it is," Rebecca responded, swiftly getting up from her seat.

As she swung open the door, Rebecca's eyes widened in surprise at the familiar face standing before her. It was Gwenna, holding a beautifully wrapped gift box in her right hand and a freshly baked apple pie in her left.

"Gwenna, what a delightful surprise!" she exclaimed with excitement. "And it seems you're all set to celebrate something special."

"Indeed, I come with gifts and treats!" Gwenna replied cheerfully. "I heard Melody has a special occasion today, and I couldn't resist joining in the celebration."