Substitute Marriage: Reborn As The Top Big-Shot Chapter 1412

Chapter 1412: 353: Let no one reach you!_5 Chapter 1412: 353: Let no one reach you!_5 Therefore.

The root of the problem now lies with Bartley Lentz and Len Lentz.

Hearing that, Eleanor Armstrong sighed.

Sometimes, she really did not understand why familial affection could become so diluted. They were blood brothers, so why did they have to turn out like this?

Capital City.

Thompson's Western Dessert House.

Viola Thompson had initially planned to take command, but she simply couldn't stand the clumsy manner of her three brothers. Hence, she donned an identical apron, and began to pipe the icing on the cake.

But Viola was clearly taking the task of icing a bit too lightly!

Hands that could handle a golden needle or car repair tools, but were surprisingly incapable of properly using a small piping bag!

Looking at Viola's serious face, Borden approached cautiously, “Little sis, how about… how about I give it a go?”

The flowers he piped might be ugly, but they were certainly more attractive than the Venus flytrap that Viola had managed.

Viola passed him the piping bag but furrowed her brows, “Bro, are you sure you can handle it?”

Borden accepted the piping bag, “Should be slightly better than you.”

Two hours later, a complete cake was finally made.

Brandon stared at the cake in front of him, his face thoughtful.

This…

Is it really edible?

Even though he also didn't want to doubt himself.

Viola sprinkled cocoa powder on the cake, and stroked her chin, “Eating it shouldn't be an issue; it's just a little unsightly. However, that's fine. Often, the uglier something looks, the tastier it is: take ugly oranges and ugly apples, for example.”

When put that way, it did make some sense.

Bob laughed and added, “Little sister is right. After all, it's the thought that matters. I'm sure mom and dad will be very happy.”

Borden nodded in agreement.

Viola checked her watch and continued, “Let's hurry up and get the front hall ready, they should be home soon. I'll go prepare dinner in the kitchen.”

Upon hearing this, the three brothers blanched.

Prepare dinner!

Brandon calmly reassured her, “Little sis, I've already arranged for everything in the kitchen. Master Zhao is taking care of it today; he's preparing all of dad and mom's favorite dishes.”

Borden immediately added, “Girls shouldn't have to cook all the time.”

Bob nodded in agreement, “Right, right, right!”

Viola thought for a moment, then said, “Then I'll make mom her favorite long-life noodles in the kitchen!”

Hearing that, the three brothers could only silently pray for Mary Perryne's luck.

Soon after.

The parents of the Thompson clan returned to the mansion.

As soon as they reached the door, they found the house black as night.

What was once a brightly lit house, was now submerged in darkness.

Right then, Brandon emerged from within, “Mom and dad, you're back.”

Sawyer Thompson frowned slightly, “What's the matter? Why did the lights suddenly go out?”

Mary Perryne found it strange as well.

Borden came out next, “It seems like there was a sudden power outage. But don't worry, I have already ordered someone to start the generator.”

Sawyer Thompson, having worked all day, was naturally not in the best of moods after such an occurrence. He frowned slightly and said, “Why wasn't I informed about this power outage?”

“It might have been sudden!” Borden continued, “Mom and dad, why don't you come inside with me? The power should be back on soon.”

Sawyer Thompson nodded, holding Mary Perryne's hand as they both walked toward the house.

In the dark, Borden gave Bob, who was lurking in the corner, a discreet 'ok' signal.

Just then.

Snap!

A bright, white beam pierced the darkness.

All the lights were now on.

Also at this moment, Viola and Bob walked out holding the birthday cake.

“Mom, Happy Birthday.”

Samuel Thompson and Mandel Thompson put a birthday hat on Mary Perryne.

The children all sang the birthday song together.

Mary, looking at the children in front of her, felt as though she was dreaming, her eyes slightly red.

Many years ago.

She had dreamed of this scene too.

Now that her dream has come true, it made Mary burst into tears.

Sawyer Thompson was also quite touched.

But when his eyes landed on the cake in Viola Thompson's hand, the somewhat sorrowful emotion instantly vanished.

He even wanted to laugh a little.

The cake wasn't exactly ugly, but anyway, it didn't look very good.

“Mom, hurry and make a wish to blow out the candles.” Viola lit the birthday candles.

Mary nodded, dried her tears, and clasped her hands to make a wish.

A few seconds later, she blew out all the candles.

Then Viola said, “Mom, this cake was made by me and my three elder brothers! Look, the six people on it represent our family of six.”

Upon hearing this, Sawyer's eyes widened incredibly, “This is a family of six?”

If Viola hadn't said, he would have thought it was just piles of **.

Seeing Sawyer like this, Viola frowned slightly, “Dad, doesn't it look like a family of six?”

“Yes, yes, yes,” Sawyer quickly nodded, tactfully saying, “It's a bit abstract.”

Actually.

It's far more than abstract!

“What do you mean by abstract?! I think it looks very much like us!” Mary looked at Viola and her three sons, “My kids, thank you!”

With that, Mary began to cut the cake.

Samuel brought a bowl of Longevity Noodles, “Mom, this is a bowl of Longevity Noodles that our sister personally made for you.”

Personally! Made!

Hearing these words, Mary's hand that was cutting the cake, trembled a bit, but she quickly recovered, took the bowl with both hands, and laughed, “I'm sure the noodles that Viola personally made taste really good!”

The taste of this bowl of Longevity noodles was unforgettable for Mary.

But she still finished every bit of it without leaving any behind.

For her, these noodles were the most delicious in the world.

While eating the noodles, Viola seemed to remember something, took out a gift box from Terrence Lentz, “Mom, this is the birthday present from Lentz.”

“Help me thank Len.” Mary received the gift box with both hands.

Samuel curiously asked, “Sis, what did your boyfriend get you?”

Terrance Lentz is still in a start-up phase, and doesn't have huge funds to buy expensive items.

Viola responded, “I think it's an ordinary pearl necklace.”

With that, Viola turned and looked at Mary, “Mom, don't mind, when his business gets better, he'll get you a better gift.”

Mary laughed, “It's the thought that counts, why would I be picky! It's rare that Lentz remembered my birthday!”

Viola was relieved, and continued, “Also Mom and Dad, he mentioned his parents would like to visit you soon, when will you be available?”

Mary Perryne is quite busy recently, with her schedule fully booked.

Hearing this, she pondered for a moment, and then said, “Viola, let me arrange it tomorrow, I will let you know in the evening.”

This birthday was the most meaningful one in Mary Perryne's life.

Until bedtime, her face still carried a smile.

Before going to bed, she unwrapped the pearl necklace from Terrence Lentz, perfect for her champagne-colored suit for tomorrow.

The packaging was very exquisite, she unwrapped several layers before she could see the necklace. At first, Mary didn't pay attention, but when she picked up the necklace, her eyes were filled with disbelief!

“Old Thompson! Old Thompson!” Mary exclaimed.

“What's going on?” Sawyer Thompson came out of the bathroom with a bath towel around him.

Mary held up the necklace, “Old Thompson, is this really just an ordinary pearl necklace?”

Under the light.

Each round, lustrous pearl was reflecting blinding light.

Chapter end

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