Chapter 19 - The Second Birthday Cake And The Priceless Wish
As evening approached, a magnificent two-tier strawberry cake adorned with four glowing pink candles was brought out to the patio.
Everyone gathered around the table, clapping their hands and singing Happy Birthday in unison.
Ellie beamed from ear to ear, closing her eyes tightly to make her very special birthday wish before blowing out the candles in one puff.
Nathan knelt beside her chair, brushing a stray curl from her forehead with a tender, loving touch.
“What did you wish for, my sweet girl?” Nathan asked softly, smiling down into her bright brown eyes.
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Ellie looked around at the warm, smiling faces of the friends who had stayed beside her through every storm.
“I didn't need to wish for anything, Daddy,” the little girl whispered, her heart full of absolute peace.
