Avyana’s First Birthday

"Young lady, we need to get ready for your birthday party." I snapped out of my thoughts when I heard my maid. I almost forgot that I have a birthday party tonight. I got up, and the maids instantly prepared the things they needed and took care of me. I sighed in frustration. I don't want to see those three bastards from the past who mocked us before the execution. I still remember the last words I said to them.

"Please don't let us meet again. But if fate wants the other way, I'll make sure you'll be crazy for me." As I said that, death greeted me.

I feel the heat rising on my face. It is somewhat embarrassing. That was incredibly rash. I immediately collected myself and told myself to maintain my composure throughout the celebration. I couldn't let my emotions get the best of me, especially in front of those ridiculously attractive guys. I bet they look so cute today. No, I need to act cold with them, even if they're cute. I took a deep breath and reminded myself to maintain my distance. I could not afford to allow my emotions to cloud my judgment, no matter how appealing they were.

Mom said that I get to meet the children of all the other nobles and royals tonight. She's excited for me to meet them. She thought I would be happy if I met children my age. She invited all nobles and royals, including their children, to make their appearance tonight so I could make friends. Oh, mom, if only you knew that my feelings were quite opposite to what you thought. But I don't want to rain on her parade. It's the first time I have seen her this excited.

Those in lower ranks than us would bring their children with them, because if they don't, it's disrespectful to the high-ranking nobles who invited you. It's also their opportunity to make allies with the high-ranking nobles. The royals, on the other side, can do what they want. If they didn't want the prince and princesses to attend, they wouldn't bring them. But my family is the most trusted ally of the crown and the most influential and powerful family in the kingdom. Who wouldn't want to gain our favor? Even the prince and the princesses need our favor to have power. The prince who gained our favor will be sure to inherit the crown. We have many followers and allies on the nobles' side, merchants, and other wealthy people. So, I guess there will be complete attendance for the nobles and the royals tonight. I guess I can't avoid meeting them.

"You're ready, young lady." I thanked Anna and all the other maids who were helping Anna to doll me up, with a sweet smile on my face. I saw them blush. I don't know why they blushed. Maybe it's because I'm too cute today?

We heard a knock and the sound of the door opening. My family entered the room with their charming smiles. They looked grand and graceful in their finest attire. I couldn't help but feel proud to see them all suited up and ready to join me at the big event. I was confident that, with their help, I could handle any difficulties this night would present. I gave them a charming smile in return. I consider myself really lucky to have them.

"My baby is so cute and pretty. Come to mommy." As if on cue, I started running towards my mom with my arms open wide. Mom carried me and kissed me at once, followed by my father, who kissed my forehead.

"Me too! Me too, mom, dad!" I heard my brothers exclaim. They're so cute. I chuckled. Well, they're still kids. I chuckled again. Says the one-year-old kid.

"This father of yours loves you with all his heart. Don't hesitate to punch the guys you don't like, alright?" I nodded. You mean I can do what I want today, right? Yes, Dad. I'll remember that. We laughed when Mom slapped my father's back and scolded him.

"No, you should bite them, Baby Tomato," added Adonis, which made Mom glare his way. Well, best of luck to you later, brother.

"Let's go to the venue. The guests are waiting for us." Here it comes. I was preparing for this day to face the people who also caused this family to be ruined in the past—those nobles who also manipulate the naive Avyana to do the worst things just to benefit from it. They should be ready, because I am going to destroy them before they destroy my family.

We walked through the hallways hand in hand. We stopped when we were in front of the biggest door I've ever seen. This event hall is called the Hall of Fame. All the emperors were crowned here. Generals, heroes in the past, and all those people who have made excessive contributions to the empire were recognized and rewarded here. And we own this great hall. Now, this magnificent hall was just used for my first birthday. My parents really did overdo this. But I don't mind it. I'm used to this now.

No wonder that all nobles and royals will be present here today. They won't miss this moment in their lives to just take a step in this legendary hall. The Red family is definitely powerful. The former Avyana was really an idiot.

"The Duke and Duchess of Red, together with the young masters and the young princess, are now entering the Hall of Fame." We heard our names being announced as we stepped inside this great hall.

My attention turned immediately to the designs in the hall. The rich intricacies of the decorations on the walls and ceilings were extremely stunning, demonstrating the wealth and power of the Red family. I can see the dazzling glitter that came from the diamonds used in the decorations as they were reflected by the chandelier's lights. I was drooling in the way a thief would. After I snapped back to reality, I looked around for familiar faces. I stopped when I saw the familiar color of the hairs of the people I really wanted to avoid.

This time, for sure, this Avyana won't be a fool for these dazzlin—I mean, darn guys.