Chapter 408

Gordon was carrying quite a lot of bags. When they stepped out of the elevator and arrived at his apartment, he could not unlock the door. "My keys are in my left pocket," he said. Mayra took out his keys and opened the door. Once the door was open, she did not turn on the lights but hurried to the coffee table and set the cake down. She lit the candles while Gordon set down the bags. It was only then did they turn on the lights. He noticed that she was kneeling on the door and said, "It's cold on the floor." He then grabbed a pillow and placed it underneath her knees. She grabbed him with shining eyes. "Gordon, it's going to be 12 soon. Make a wish. Wait, I need to sing you a birthday song first." Gordon got down on one knee next to her and listened as she sang. He had never celebrated his birthday. Even when he was at home, he would only get a slice of cake. The candles were lit and the moon hung high up in the sky, yet nothing shone as bright as Mayra in his eyes.