Chapter 944: Best Friend

Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Since learning that his parents were moving back in, Gao Ming could hardly contain his excitement.

While others might not have noticed, Su Li was aware of his friend’s eagerness. Gao Ming pretended to be indifferent, but Su Li knew he cared deeply. The last time Gao Ming’s father had bought him a toy, he had treasured it, especially a tin Santa Claus toy that was his absolute favorite.

Inside the carefully wrapped gift box that Gao Ming brought with him was precisely that cherished Santa Claus toy. Dressed in a bright red coat, the Santa was riding a bicycle with a small basket filled with various gifts.

Su Li remembered Gao Ming telling him that these gifts were meant for children, as Santa Claus was the kindest old man in the world.

Su Li was captivated by the stories Gao Ming shared about Santa, making him particularly interested in the toy. He was touched to learn that Gao Ming had noticed his fascination; on his birthday, Gao Ming was willing to part with his favorite toy as a gift. Su Li sniffled, overwhelmed with gratitude.

Looking at the toy in the box, Gao Ming felt a pang of reluctance but said to Su Li, “You are my best friend, so I want to give you what I think is the best toy. Happy birthday, Su Li!”

With a firm motion, he pressed the toy into Su Li’s hands. Su Li took a moment to admire the beautiful Santa. He genuinely liked it, but he understood that this toy held significant meaning for Gao Ming. His mother had once taught him that a gentleman should not take what others cherish, so he couldn’t accept Gao Ming’s favorite toy.

After a moment of contemplation, Su Li reached into the basket on Santa’s bicycle and pulled out a candy. Although it wasn’t real candy, it looked incredibly realistic.

He handed Santa back to Gao Ming and said, “Thank you! I just want this candy. Let’s pretend it’s your gift to me. You keep Santa safe. I can’t take your favorite thing because you are my best friend, too. Now let’s go to school! We can eat cake together tonight!”

Watching this exchange, Gu Zi felt a wave of warmth. Su Li was usually so carefree, but his kindness was heartwarming.

Gao Ming was equally wonderful; true friends were indeed like this—innocent and selfless, always thinking of one another. This bond was priceless, and Gu Zi couldn’t help but feel a twinge of envy at their pure friendship.

Once the children left for school, Gu Zi leisurely began preparing for the birthday party. With several days of preparation behind her, there wasn’t much left to do today, aside from baking the cake. This task was simple for her, especially since Grandma Gao had offered to bring a housekeeper to help out, ensuring there would be plenty of hands on deck.

By the afternoon, everything was ready, and the children returned from school. Su Li and Gao Ming jumped out of the car and raced towards Su Li’s house. As they ran, Su Li exclaimed, “I want to show you our clay oven! The delicious cake is made in that oven, which my mom designed!”

Gao Ming’s eyes lit up with excitement as he replied, “Su Li, your mom is amazing! I can’t believe she can make something like that! But when can we bake the cake?”

Gao Ming was particularly eager to participate in the cake-making process. Though he never lacked for cake, he had never experienced making one himself. He found the prospect thrilling.

“We’ll check out the oven first, and then I’ll show you everything,” Su Li replied. “Mom said we can start baking as soon as we get back.”

The little birthday boy dragged Gao Ming toward the backyard, while the adults, aware that school was out, prepared to greet the children coming for the birthday party. The event had been communicated to both the school and the parents, ensuring that the kids would arrive accompanied by their parents, who were welcome to stay and interact.

Many guests were expected, so Gu Zi had arranged the living room and front yard to accommodate everyone. The Su family home was spacious, providing ample room for the birthday celebration.

The children invited were friends of Su Li, and their parents had come to recognize the Su brothers positively, allowing their children to attend the party.

As a result, both children and parents arrived with bright smiles. Thoughtful parents had even prepared gifts for Su Li that their children were ready to give.

The atmosphere was harmonious, and just then, Huang Fei arrived with Xu Sheng from across the street.

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