As the clock struck eight in the evening, the ambient lights were swiftly extinguished, plunging the hall into darkness as focused spotlights found their marks on stage, converging it into a prominent glow.

“Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Mr. Olson's sixty-year-old birthday party..."

With that, the birthday celebration commenced.

Bella's father, Mr. Olson, delivered a brief speech to the guests from the stage, thanking them for coming.

Then, a waiter rolled out a grand cake with many tiers and exquisite decorations.