Chapter 22

Time flew by, and Gigi's birthday arrived. Wesley threw her a huge party, inviting all their family and friends. The venue shimmered with lights and was filled with flowers. The atmosphere was filled with a romantic, sweet vibe. Gigi showed up in a gorgeous evening dress, looking as beautiful as a princess. Wesley stayed by her side the whole night, his eyes never leaving her. As everyone was caught up in the celebration, the doors to the banquet hall slowly opened. Rylan and the Harts had arrived. The Harts came in carrying thoughtfully picked presents, wearing smiles that were a little awkward but genuinely sincere. Meanwhile, Rylan's eyes immediately found Gigi, and he froze for a split second without meaning to. He had been torn about it for ages, hesitating up until the very moment the party began. His longing for her came crashing in like a wave and drowned out all his reason, pushing him to show up. But the moment Rylan saw how close Gigi and Wesley were—like they were ma