Birthday party

I was in the kitchen, helping Belinda prepare snacks for Marion's upcoming birthday party, when she turned to me and said, "So, are you excited for Marion's party? It's going to be quite a celebration!"

I smiled, feeling a flutter of excitement in my chest. "Of course, I am, I want it to be perfect for him."

"Well, you know what they say about the best laid plans," Belinda teased.

 "I'm not leaving anything to chance," I assured her. "I've got a surprise gift and a heartfelt message planned, to show him just how much he means to me."

 "That's sweet, Selena," Belinda said, giving me a knowing look. "I'm sure he'll love it. But be careful, Marion can be a bit skittish about surprises. Don't want him jumping out of his skin on his birthday!"

I laughed. "Point taken. But I know how to handle Marion.

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