You know those birthdays that start off amazing and then take a wild turn? Well, that was my 32nd birthday. I’m Lara, and it all started with a mysterious box that showed up at my door, sent by my husband’s mistress. What I found inside left me in disbelief and turned my world upside down…
“Happy birthday, beautiful,” my husband Dexter whispered, “I’ve got a breathtaking surprise for you later.” Our son, Dave, burst into the room, eager for the party. The day started perfectly, surrounded by loved ones and laughter.
As the party continued, my phone buzzed. A gruff voice told me, “I have a parcel for you. The sender requested you collect it alone.” The delivery man handed me a box. Scribbled in red marker: “FROM YOUR HUSBAND’S LOVER!” Inside was my stolen jewelry and a note from the supposed mistress.
My world crumbled. Dexter had stolen my jewelry? I left the party, driving to the address in the note. When I arrived at an abandoned house, my heart pounded. Inside, I found an empty room, but suddenly, lights flooded the room, and voices shouted, “WE PLAYED YOU! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!”
Dexter explained, “The ‘mistress’ note? All part of the prank. There’s no other woman, Lara. There
never could be.” Relief, joy, and a touch of annoyance washed over me. I couldn’t help but laugh, “You guys are terrible. But I love you all.”
As we returned to the party, Dexter asked, “So, was it a breathtaking surprise?” I replied, “Just wait till your birthday, mister. Payback’s coming.” We laughed, and I knew this birthday was one I’d never forget.
