56. A Trap

"Are we going to see her being pampered by all at this party? Or do we have some plans?" Elsa asked her grandmother on the verge of crying. She couldn't take it when Clara was enjoying what was supposed to be hers.

"Let her smile and be happy till the end. Just a few more minutes" Elena is very sure of her plan.

"Someone is here for you" Robbin, the head servant informed Elena as her lips curved up to a fine smile to have the guest there already.

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"Thanks. I have never thought of this" Clara mumbled wholeheartedly.

"You're welcome. It's August 31" Alex said as Clara looked at him confused.

"You owe me now. Won't you pay me back on my birthday?" Alex asked, gasping like a kid, making her laugh at him.

"Guess I am now promoted from a stranger. Maybe more than a stranger and less than a friend, right?" Alex asked with a smile. He doesn't know why he wants to be acknowledged as her friend.

"Maybe more than just a friend" Clara replied and looked away instantly as she is too em