Chapter 367. Happy Birthday, Auntie!

ASHER

After picking up the customized gift I had ordered for Auntie from the shop, I decided to make a quick stop at Burger King to grab an iced coffee. Once I got my drink, I started walking to the bus terminal heading back to Parkertown. It was a short walk—just about five minutes—and the cool breeze made it bearable.

When I arrived, the line for the bus tickets to Parkertown was long. I wasn’t surprised—it was Saturday, the weekend, and people were flocking back to their hometowns. The hustle and chatter of travelers filled the air, but I kept to myself as I joined the queue.

While waiting, I checked my phone and saw the latest group chat updates from Paige, Sarah, and Lee. Their conversation had me shaking my head with a small smile.

I had a strong hunch about Migs and Fitz—they probably planned this whole thing. I could imagine Zac casually mentioning that Auntie Marie, Lee’s mom, invited him to the birthday party. Then, one of the two must have a