Chapter 45-----Hudson Isn't Just Nice, He's Also a Grinder Theodore carried a cake in one hand and several gift boxes in the other, heading towards us. "Ree, happy birthday! I brought you a cake and some gifts. Grandma, these are for you." His face full of smiles as he spoke. Grandma and Auntie exchanged glances, I could feel their awkwardness across the table. Out of politeness, Grandma smiled and said, "That's very kind of you, but I don't need them. Maybe you should give these to your parents instead." Before Theodore could respond to Grandma, I stood up, I spoke bluntly, "What are you doing here? I thought I made myself clear." "Ree, today is your birthday..." Theodore looked at me cautiously. "And having you show up is definitely not on my wish list. You're not welcome h