Chapter 138 Birthday Party

When Nathan goes back inside the house, Natalie is also done with all her preparation and is ready to go.

Before they go, Nathan talks to Bruce and Felicia.

Looking Bruce in the eye, Nathan said, "Bruce, take care of your sister while we're not home, okay?"

Bruce nodded, "Don't worry brother Nathan, no matter what, I will always protect my sister."

Hearing that, Nathan ruffled his hair, "That's good. Next time I will take you two to the beach."

"Really!?" Felicia on the side immediately reacted after hearing Nathan's words.

"Yes, it's true." Assured Nathan with a smile.

"Yey!"

Nathan told them about things like foods they can eat while they are gone, that they can watch TV, and that they should not leave the house.

And also, Nathan will be able to see them so they don't have to worry.

Since he was going to leave the drone that patrolled the city to gather some information last night, here in the house.

To which the two replied that they understand.

After saying goodbye to Bruce and Felicia, whom they had to leave at home, Nathan left with Natalie behind him.

Inside Nathan's car, he was looking at the location on the map sent by Irish that she said to be the venue.

After connecting it to the car, Nathan stepped on the accelerator and drove out of the villa.

Along the way, he did not forget to buy a box to place his gift on and Natalie also used that time to get something to give to the Irish.

It was because Nathan only told her last night that they are going to a birthday, making her not prepared for the gift.

After getting the things that they needed, they continued driving and arrived at Baretto Beach 30 minutes later.

Driving to the one designated by Irish, Nathan parked his car at the entrance and stepped out of the car with Natalie.

Entering inside, Irish immediately noticed their arrival and ran towards them with a bright smile on her face.

"Nathan!"

She called Nathan as she ran towards him.

Standing in front of each other, Nathan smiled at Irish and greeted, "Happy Birthday, Irish!"

Then he presented her the box containing his gift.

When she saw the box, Irish looked happy, receiving a gift from Nathan.

"Thank you!"

She shyly said with a little redness in her cheeks.

They looked into each other's eyes and an ambiguous atmosphere seemed to start surrounding them.

"Ehem!"

But, Natalie, who was standing behind Nathan the whole time suddenly coughed, bringing them back into the real world.

"Ah!"

Irish's reacted and the redness in her cheeks seemed to deepen by another level.

After she recovered, she turned her gaze back to Natalie and smiled still with a hint of blush.

"You must be Nathan's sister, Natalie."

Nodding her head, Natalie also presented her gift and greeted, "Yes, happy birthday!"

"Thank you!"

After that, she invited the two to follow her to the cottage where the other guests are resting at the moment.

When they got there, Nathan immediately saw a few familiar faces including James and Kenneth who similarly noticed his arrival.

Beside them, Nathan also noticed someone that he did not expect to see here.

The descendant of the Naeco, Runa Reyes!

It seems like she also knows Irish, however, Nathan is not sure what their relationship is with each other.

After she brought them there and talked to them for a while, Irish excused herself as she still had to attend to the other guest as the host and the birthday girl.

When Irish left, Natalie approached Nathan and mischievously whispered, "Ehe, she is beautiful, brother. Is she your girlfriend?"

​ Just after saying that, Natalie hurriedly moved and evaded the hands of Nathan that was heading towards her.

Successfully escaping, she giggled with a voice akin to a crisp bell.

Nathan can only sighed helplessly watching her antics.

While they are still playing around, at some point, James and Kenneth have already approached them.

"Nathan."

"Hey, Nathan!"

They called him at the same time.

Turning his gaze to them, Nathan smiled, "James, Kenneth, it's been a while."

"Yes, everyone's been busy on their own business." James said, "But I am planning on scheduling another hiking trip, will you be coming?"

Hearing that, Nathan immediately agreed, "Sure, as long as I'm free I will join."

"That's great then!" Kenneth butted in with a cheerful smile.

Looking at Ken, Nathan can't help but think about the mission he received the last time he met Ken.

'Hais… I should probably start thinking of how to finish that mission. It will be a big help to him and I'm also curious as to what's inside that Mystery Box.' he thought,

They talked about a few things and Nathan also introduced Natalie to them.

At this time, loud music started playing, inevitably catching the group's attention.

With a mic in her hand, Irish started speaking.

"Today, I thank everyone who came to celebrate my birthday. For that, I will try my best as the host to make everyone have a great time on this wonderful day of mine!"

An applause sounded at the end of her words and everyone started vibing with the music.

When the clock hit 12 o'clock, everyone sang a birthday song for Irish and the food was also served.

The group of Nathan, Natalie, James, and Kenneth also walked forward with paper plates in their hands.

Irish approached them, she asked, "How are you guys, are you enjoying the party?"

She showed an apologetic expression as she added, "I'm sorry I can't accompany you guys, it's just that there's a lot of people at this time."

Nathan waved his hand dismissively, "Don't worry about it, we're having fun since we are able to talk with each other."

"That's right."

"Yeah, don't worry about us."

"The party looks great."

The three followed Nathan and assured Irish.

Breathing a sigh of relief, Irish said, "Thank you, guys. Don't worry, later I'll accompany everyone."

After saying that, she had to leave again as another guest arrived.

Looking at her back, Nathan sighed,

"She looked tired."