Valerie’s POV
I wake up with the ringtone. I open my eyes forcefully. My eyes fall on the time. It’s six in the morning. Who is calling this early? Cyndi! My only friend from the orphanage. Why is she calling me this early? My heart skips a beat. Is everything alright?
I pick up the call immediately, “hello? Cyndi?”
“Hi, Val!” Cyndi replies in a normal voice.
“Are you alright? Why are you calling so early? Is everything okay?” I ask her rapidly. My heart is beating faster and faster.
“Everything is fine, you dumbo! Have you forgotten what date it is?” She snaps at me.
“Date?” I say in confusion.
“Yes, you i***t! Haaaappy birthdaaay!” Cyndi wishes me with a warm voice.
I smile. Yes, it is indeed my birthday. And just like every year, she is the only one remembering it. I even forg
