Aurora was surprised by the young man's action, so she couldn't react immediately due to shock. She felt the tension from the surprise. "Wow, you're really something! A simple kiss on the cheek almost made me squeal with excitement!"The other part of her mind seemed to tease her. She went back to the kitchen after composing herself. "Senorita, belated happy birthday," the old woman greeted her warmly.

Aurora smiled and hugged her. The old woman hadn't forgotten. She had become like a second ...