AUDREY A loud knock sounded downstairs as I scanned my wardrobe, contemplating whether to go all girly tonight or not. The knock came again and I abandoned my open wardrobe and rushed out of the room. I knew who it was already, but what I didn't understand was why she was here so early. I glanced at my phone as I ascended the last stair, heading towards the door. It was still 6 pm and the birthday party was slated to kick off by 8 pm. As soon as I got to the door, I drew the doorknob open, my brows reflexively furrowed. "Hey, beautiful," Her tiny voice greeted me. I tsked, giving her room to step in. "Hey, Lis. Why are you here this early?" "Because we have to start preparation early, don't you think so?" She replied, stepping in. My gaze fell on the package she was holding as she

