Chapter 525

Suddenly, the restaurant was brightly lit. From the direction of the doorway, the graceful and melodious notes of "Für Elise" began to play. Samantha lowered her gaze, her emotions overwhelming her as she took in the meticulously prepared surprise. Tears began to stream uncontrollably down her cheeks, glistening like crystal drops. "Thank you… really… thank you all… I don't know how to…" She struggled to speak through her choked sobs, her voice trembling and fragmented, unable to form a complete sentence. Seeing her like this, Mina shot Xander a quick glance. He immediately took the cake from her hands and carefully set it on the table. Meanwhile, Mina gently patted Samantha's back and said softly, "Alright, Sam, it's your birthday today. Come on, cheer up a little, okay? Don't cry. It's not like Xander and I won't be here to celebrate with you next year." Mina pulled out a tissue and wiped away Samantha's tears, coaxing her patiently until Samantha finally calmed down. After a