Chapter 331 - CELEBRATION

Jonas boarded the car that Erwin drove and followed Stefan and Cayenne back to Peach Wood Subdivision. The celebration will be held there and because no one was at home to prepare the food, Stefan had booked a catering service for the celebration. In that way, everyone can just enjoy without thinking too much about serving the guests.

"It's been a while since we last visited this house." Luiz commented the moment Erwin pulled his car over at the parking lot.

"I still remember Stefan's face when we pranked him that time." Kyle added as he stepped out of the car. "By the way, where have you been staying, Pa?"

Jonas pointed his fingers to the house in front of them. "I've been living here with the bodyguards since I was freed. Yen and Stefan often visits me and dine with me here."

"Yen was so unfair. She didn't tell us anything at all. And I wasn't suspecting anything either." Luiz retorted. He put his hand around his father's shoulder and smiled sheepishly at him. "Pa, welcome back."

"Hn. I'm back."

Cayenne was watching her stepfather and brothers having their small reunion not far from them. Even though her mother left them so early, she still got two caring brothers, two loving fathers and a doting husband who cares for her so much. She's still contented with her life. 

"Let's get inside." Stefan opened the door to their house widely and let everyone inside.

To Cayenne's surprise, David was already there.

"Hi Yen! How are you?" David greeted her as he gave her a warm embrace.

"I'm fine." Cayenne was truly shocked to see that he's back. "After my mother's birthday, you suddenly disappeared and we couldn't get in touch with you. I was really worried. Where have you been?"

David pouted as he covered his chest with his hand. "I was mending my broken heart. By the way, I just heard about what happened to your mom. I'm sorry I wasn't there for you."

"That's alright. I'm okay now. When did you come back?"

"Last night. I just got off the plane when Stefan called me about your brother's graduation ceremony. And without considering my feelings, he asked me to help you find the best catering service and decorate the house for the celebration."

Stefan who was badmouthed right in front of him didn't mind a single thing about it at all. "If you keep sticking with me, you will find your right guy."

"Hmp! I don't need a man anymore. I can live on my own." David responded with a snort. When he saw Cayenne's youngest brother, he congratulated him and gave him a small gift. "I wish you success with whatever path you'll choose after this chapter of your life."

"Thank you, David." Luiz gave him a manly hug and gently pat his back. "I hope your heart is doing okay now."

David smiled faintly as he nod his head. "I have a strong heart. I move on pretty quickly from rejection and pain." David told Luiz. Before David left, on Emerald's birthday, Luiz saw him talking with Chris. Although he didn't really hear what the two were talking about, he was able to perceive that it was matters of the heart.

He also heard from Jasmine that David likes Chris so, putting things together using their facial expressions, he concluded that David was rejected. And after that, David left and they didn't hear anything about him.

"I'm glad you're back." Luiz replied as he let go of the man.

Jade came to them and also handed her gift. "Big brother Luiz, here's our gift for you. I hope you will like it."

"Thank you, Jade." Luiz received the gift and lightly rubbed the litter girl's head.

One after another, people gave him their gifts and Luiz was stunned to receive so many of them. He never expected that there will come a day in his life that he'd receive so many gifts from other people.

In school, he'd receive many gifts during Christmas and Valentines but those were given with a hidden intention that he couldn't fulfill at all. This time, he received gifts merely because he graduated. He was so happy and thankful to his sister and Stefan.

The venue for the celebration was at the back garden. There were many tables and chairs prepared for the guests and there were foods and drinks as well.

As an extension to their family, Ferdinand and Magnus came to congratulate Luiz. It was Luiz' first time to see Stefan's family and he was a bit nervous to see them. However, Ferdinand was very kind and he even offered Luiz a scholarship which he can use in whichever university he likes but, Luiz received the scholarship from the governor already so he politely refused the offer.

They gave him their gift and this time, Luiz accepted it with a humble attitude. Cayenne's father Reuben didn't come because he didn't want to feel awkward with Jonas but he sent someone to give his gift to Cayenne's brother. The child may not be his but he's important to Cayenne.

"Sorry we're late." Shein came with Travis behind him, holding little Raizel in his arms.

"It's fine. Come inside." Cayenne led them to the back garden where tents have been erected to avoid people from being under the direct sunlight. "Jillyanna's at the back with everyone else."

Travis nodded his head and went inside together with Shein. When they saw Luiz, Shein handed him another gift which they bought on their way to Stefan's house. Even though Jillyanna brought their own gift, Travis and Shein didn't want to come empty handed.

One by one, their guests came and they congratulated Luiz for graduating with high honors. They handed their gifts to them and chatted with other people that they're familiar with. Foods and drinks were served and they can just help themselves with whatever they like.

"Is Kath coming or not?" Luiz asked his brother Kyle who have been staring at his phone for a while now.

"I'm not sure. I already texted her but she's not replying to my messages. I'm planning to introduce her to our father but if she won't come, I'll just have to postpone it for later."

"Did you tell her that you'll introduce her to Papa?

"Yes." Kyle replied in worry.

Luiz clicked his tongue and looked at his brother in disdain. "I thought you're smart. How come you're so stupid when it comes to this situation? Kath must be very nervous now thinking that she'll meet our father for the very first time."