Chapter 24

"Happy Birthday, Mr. Ashton."

Several staff members were gathered in the lobby of the C&T Corporation building. Everyone, led by Gia, immediately focused all their attention on Ashton.

Gia herself was smiling broadly. In her hands was a box of birthday cake specifically prepared to be given to Ashton, who had just stepped out of the elevator.

Gia knew very well that today was the birthday of the man she had known for a long time. Gia even intentionally invited the staff to prepare a small surprise and then wished him well right during the break.

Of course, this caught the attention of everyone passing by. This included Alice and Rumi, who were also in the lobby, intending to have lunch together.

"Oh my, Gia. Why did you go to the trouble of bringing a cake?"

Ashton shook his head in disbelief. He hadn’t expected such a surprise, especially not in front of so many people.

"Don't worry, it wasn't any trouble. Besides, I intentionally invited everyone to wish you well, so you have more p