Zach was totally taken by surprise. He could only stare at the female cadet, who was still standing before him, without even blinking. The cadet had to snap her fingers and repeated, "General Lim, Sir! Wake up! It's your birthday. Please make your way to the Meteor Den now."
Zach was still confused, but he quickly recovered from his state of stupor and nodded. He turned around to head toward the Meteor Den, and with each step, he realized what was happening. His wife hadn't forgotten about his birthday at all! She was preparing this surprise birthday event for him. His mouth curved into a smile, and it only got broader as he was approaching the den.
When he arrived at the foot of the stairs leading toward the den, he saw familiar people standing in a line formation, blocking the way. Most of them were his loyal men in their formal uniforms.
