Chapter 19 The Birthday Gift
Under the curious gazes of the crowd, the man in the lead confidently strode up to the stage. He knelt on one knee and respectfully lifted the gift box, then slowly opened it.
instant.
a gentle yet dazzling light poured out from the box, seemingly illuminating the surrounding area,
In the gift box lay an incredibly opulent crown. The crown, crafted entirely of pure gold, was encrusted with countless large diamonds, rubies, and emeralds.
Each gem radiated a captivating sheen, meticulously cut to reflect each other’s brilliance. Together, they dazzled the eye. seeming to gather the light of all the world’s treasÜLTES.
The crown was designed exquisitely, with smooth and elegant lines. It was intricately engraved with delicate patterns.
This sudden, stunning gift plunged the entire scene into a silence as still as death. A few seconds later, what followed was a wave of interspersed sobs and gasps of astonishment.
“Oh my! That crown is simply priceless!”
“Ms. Langford, this is a birthday gift for you from our master, Mr. Magellan! Please accept it!” the young man stated.
“What kind of background does this Mr. Magellan have to afford such an extravagant gift?”
“There’s only one Mr. Magellan in the city of Qutbridge, so it must be him!”
“Mr. Magellan! It’s actually Mr. Magellan!”
Who would have thought that Ms. Winona had such a high standing? She even managed to connect with Mr. Magellan!”
“I bet even members of the royal family rarely lay eyes on such a lavish gift!TM
Winona’s eyes were shining brightly as she took a step forward, reaching out to gently touch the crown.
Winona, please refrain from touching it!” the young man sternly warned.
Winona’s expression darkened, her eyes widening into a glare. “It’s my birthday gift; why can’t I touch it?”
“This is a birthday gift for Ms. Emery!”
He turned toward Emery, slightly bowing as he respectfully presented the gift box in his hands. His voice was deep and firm as he said, “Ms Emery, my master. Mr. Magellan, heard that today is your birthday. He specifically instructed me to deliver this gift to you. Mr. Magellan also asked me to relay a message to you. Wishing you a happy birthday and a worry–free year
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Suddenly, the room erupted into a cacophony of heated discussions, causing a wave of uproar.
So, it’s Ms. Emery’s birthday today as well
Then why was the birthday celebration only for Ms. Winona
“Yeah? Why didn’t the Langford family let the two sisters celebrate together?”
Theard M. Emery just got out after being in prison for two years. It seems like the Langford family doesn’t really care for brett
Wis eyes widened, her gaze fixed intently on the crown filled with an unmistakable mix of jealousy and rage Unly, her hands enched is tight fats, her nails digging deep into her palms. She looked like the old kall
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Bradley and Nicholas watched the unfolding scene with faces full of shock, their eyes revealing an unmistakable sense of amazement that they couldn’t hide.
Emery was quite stunned as well. She hadn’t expected someone to actually give her a gift!
She slightly widened her eyes, a glimmer of surprise and confusion interweaving in her gaze.
A moment later, she took a gentle breath and slowly extended her hand. Her fingertips lightly brushed the crown, a symbol of prestige and luxury
She said softly, “Please convey my gratitude to Mr. Magellan.”
The man in black gave a slight nod, then turned and left with his entourage, leaving behind a crowd still immersed in shock. The atmosphere of the birthday party turned eerily peculiar due to this mysterious and valuable gift. The Langford family watched the figures in black recede into the distance, their faces incredibly grim. Gary was the first to lose his temper. He spun around abruptly, the veins in his neck bulging in anger. open, glaring at Emery like an enraged lion. The furrows on his forehead deepened with his fury.
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He roared loudly. “Emery, what on earth are you up to? Today is Winona’s birthday. Are you trying to steal your sister’s thunder with these shenanigans? Have you learned nothing in the past two years in prison except for these lowly tricks?” As he spoke, he raised his hand and slapped Emery, venting his inner rage.
Emery bit her lower lip hard, her lips turning pale from the pressure as her eyes filled with a mix of injustice and body was slightly trembling as she retorted, “Dad, how could you say that about me?”
anger. Her
Her hands were clenched tightly into fists, her knuckles pale from the force. “I didn’t ask him for this gift. I have no idea what’s going on either!” she exclaimed.
Eleanor quickly rushed up to Emery.
Her cheeks were flushed crimson with anger. She pointed fiercely at Emery’s nose, her finger nearly jabbing into Emery’s
face.
She shrieked. “You ungrateful wretch, can’t you behave even after leaving that place? We, the Langford family, have been providing for you with all the comforts, and this is how you repay us?%,
As she spoke, the waved her other hand around, her emotions running high. “You deliberately hired someone to send such an expensive gift, all just to embarrass us, didn’t you? How could you be so spiteful!”
“Mrs Langford, do you really see me in such a bad light?”
Tears welled up in Emery’s eyes, swirling and threatening to spill over. Her voice trembled slightly, laced with a hint of a sob.
Her chest heaved dramatically, a clear sign that she was desperately trying to suppress her inner turmoil. “Have you ever asked how much I’ve suffered in there? And since I’ve been back when have you genuinely shown any care about me?” Beadley alone approached with a face full of anger.
His eyes bined with fury, teeth clenched ughly. He forcefully threw the wine glass he was holding onto the floor, the spilled
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Completely disregarding everything else, he spoke through gritted teeth. “Emery, you just can’t stand to see Wanona doing well can you? You always a ted well–behaved and semible, but who would have thought you were so wicked depot
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Though Nicholas didn’t rant and rave like the others, his eyes were filled with disgust and dissatisfaction. He crossed his arms. and stood to the side, his demeanor icy. He looked at Emery and said, “Emery, can’t you think before you act? You’re only making yourself more detestable.”
The corners of his mouth dipped slightly, revealing a hint of disdain.
“Nicholas, do you also think this was my fault?”
Tears welled up in Emery’s eyes, yet she stubbornly refused to let them fall.
Her throat felt as if it was choked up by something, making her voice slightly hoarse.
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