Chapter 83 Déjà vu


    The day of ire''s birthday party had finally arrived, and as she stepped inside the venue, her surprise was evident on her face. She hadn''t expected them to n the party so quickly, only taking two days to put everything together. Ta came up behind her, culous about ire''s thoughts on the party.


    "What do you think about the party, ire?" Talia asked with a smile..


    ire temel around, her expression grateful. "I''m amazed, honestly, I didn''t expect you all to n everything so fast. It looks wonderful"


    Matthewchined in, "We split or work, so it came together smoothly."


    "Thank you so much for nning all these. I''m really grateful for your help." ire thanked Sandra, Matthew, and Talia profusely for preparing her birthday party on such short notice. "The three of you should go and enjoy the party." Sandia, with a warm smile, mentioned she would check on the catering, ensuring everything was running smoothly. Talia promised to oversee seating amrangements for the guests.


    Tuming to Matthew, ire raised her brows teasingly. "And what are you going to do now, Matthew?"


    "I''ll apany you to meet all the guests I''ve invited," Matthew replied with a smile.


    ire chocked lightly and nodded, epting his offer, with a ss of champagne in hand, she and Matthew mingled through the elegant, luxurious birthday party, meeting and greeting guests.


    One quest approached ire, wishing her a happy birthday and expressing delight at being part of the celebration. Another, a businesswoman, extended her wishes while subtly inquiring about ire''s avability for future meetings.


    "I will inform you," ire replied with a hint of professionaliam in bertone.


    For about 30 minutes, guests continued to wish ire a happy birthday and engage in small t dual purpose of celebration andworlding.


    talk, mixing in discussions about business, a testament to the party''s


    As a waster passed by, ire set down her ss and leaned towards Matthew. "I will be right back. I need to go to thedies room" She whisper to him. Matthew nodded understandingly, "Sure, but don''t take too long or the quest will think the host run way." ire made her way to the restroom, relieved to find it empty. She approached the mirror and let her practiced smile ade


    *God, smiling for so long is exhausting," she maltered to herself, staring at her reflection.


    Altera brief moment of collecting herself, she straightened up and lett the bathroom, intent on returning to the party. She identally bumped into someone just outside the door.


    I am so sorry about that," she apologized automatically, looking up to see who it was "Deja vu much?" ire couldn''t help but quip sarcastically, her eyebrows arching in annoyatot,This belongs to N?velDrama.Org: ?.


    Alex raised an eyebrow, a small smirk ying on his lips. "Fancy meeting you here," he replied casually "What are you doing here?" ire''s tone was slightly usatory, not quite believing his exnation. "I''m invited, believe it or not," Alex retorted, milling his eyes in mock exasperation.


    ire narrowed her eyes, unconvinced "highly doubt that."


    Alex shrugged nonchntly. "Ask your secretary or whoever organized this party. They''ll confirm it,"


    With a frown, ire decided to leave Alex behind and head straight for Matthew, who was engrossed in conversation with Anna when she found him. ire''s surprise at seeing Anna.


    "Anna? What are you doing here?" ire asked, genuinely curious now


    Armasmiled warmly. "It''s your birthday, ire. Of course, I''m here to celebrate with you! Happybirthday, ire."


    "Thank you, Anna. Please enjoy the party. I''ll join you in a while, ire returned the smile gratefully, thanking Anna before remembering her purpose and pulling Matthew aside.


    "Did you invite Alexander Harris to the party?" ire cut straight to the chase, her expression serious.


    Matthew shook his head, puzzled "No, why?"


    ire sighed, frustration evident in her voice. "Because he is here."


    Matthew''s brows furrowed in thought. "Maybe Sandra invited him. I did ask her to imite important people from the business world."


    ire groaned in resignation. "Are you okay with him here?" asked Marthew.


    "Well, no, but he''s here anyway so it''s fine, guess, ire replied with a resigned shrug. "Just feels like I can''t catch a break from seeing him."


    Matthew chuckled, trying to lighten the mood "Maybe fate''s trying to tell you something."


    ire shot him a ce, not amused, "Don''t even Joke about that"


    Realizing his misstep, Matthew cleared his throat and excused himself, turning back to his professional demeanor as he went to check on the performance. "Cam Deven avoid him at this party?" ire questions herself as it seems impossible to avoid Alex. *You okay, Calie?" Anna raised her eyebrows seeing ire slight distress. ire smiled and walked to her "Everything''s time. Anyway, tell me about your new


    movie."


    The party was a lively affair, filled withughter and music that floated through the air, creating an atmosphere of celebration. ire, the center of Chapters Dev


    surrounded by well-wishers and friends, all raising their sses in her honor.


    As te took a sip of her champagne, a familiar figure appeared beside her. Talia leaned in and whispered, "Alex is here." ire''s expression didn''t change much


    "i know, I ran into him earlier."


    Talia''s eyes widened slightly, clearly curious about the encounter. "How did it go?"


    ire shrugged nonchntly, "Same old, same old. We never seem to have a civil conversation."


    Talia couldn''t help butment, "Wow, you guys really do hate each other."


    Before ire could respond, a distinguished voice interrupted them. It was Mr. Saint Laurent apanied by his grandson, Adrian. ire politely set down her sses and greeted them warmly. "Happy birthday, my dear ire," Mr. Saint Laurent eximed with a smile.


    "Thank you, Mr. Saint Laurent. Thank you foring. It''s always a pleasure to see you."


    "Nonsense dear, I will dly attend. I believe you still remember my grandson?"


    ire smiled. "Of course, how could I forget."


    Mr. Saint Laurent then turned to Talia, inviting her to join him. "Talia, my dear, would you mind apanying me for a moment?" Talia nodded, showing her readiness to follow him Adrian remarked with a yful tone. "I got a feeling of Dejavu."


    ire couldn''t help but chuckle softly. "d, I''m not the only one who thought about that."


    "Happy birthday, ire." Adrian said warmly.


    "Thank you, Adrian, I didn''t thought you would fly all the way to London for my birthday."


    Adrian rubbed the back of his neck looking shyly, "Well, I got to maintain a good rtionship with my business connection or...maybe I just wanted to see you."


    ire smiled in amusement. "Hmm..you are getting good with the sweet talk"


    He chuckled, "Well, I''m trying and must admit it is not as easy as I thought."


    Adrian, sensing a moment of quiet amid the festivities, suggested to ire. "Do you mind i


    you mind if we find a quiet


    "Sure. Lead the way." Leading her away from the crowded ballroom to the empty balcony, he presented her with a big size blue velvet box.


    ire raised an eyebrow in surprise. "What''s this?" she asked curiously. With a warm smile, Adrian encouraged her. "Go ahead, open it"