Soon after, Elliot opened his eyes and blew out the candles on the cake.

The curtains were pulled back, and light flooded the room once more.

"What did you wish for, Elliot?" Ben asked with a grin.

"Do you always reveal your birthday wishes to people?" Elliot countered.

The room burst into laughter.

Elliot cut a slice of cake and placed it in front of Avery.

"You should eat the first slice," Avery said as she pushed the cake back to him.

"I can't eat that much," Elliot replied.

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