A half-month later, James invited Isabella and Emily to his birthday party.

Isabella casually browsed a nearby mall and picked a present that was somewhat presentable for James. After all, it was impolite to go empty-handed to someone's birthday.

Once she chose the gift, she had it wrapped by the store's staff, paid, and then took a taxi to James's house.

The car stopped in front of his villa, and she paid before getting out. Standing in front of the courtyard, she could faintly hear the noise ...